RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER in BOSTON MA

Dollar General•Boston, MA

9d•$104 - $130

About The Position

The Retail District Manager plans and leads the activities of all stores within an assigned area, with full profit and loss responsibility. The role operates within company objectives and policies to accomplish divisional and regional goals. It leads store teams in fostering Dollar General’s mission and values, administering human resources practices fairly, delivering superior customer service, meeting sales growth targets, managing inventory and store presentation, and executing company objectives. The manager also develops employees, protects company assets, controls expenses, identifies operational and business opportunities, and communicates divisional and regional priorities to store teams. The position requires weekly travel in a company-provided vehicle, with limited overnight stays. A current driver’s license and acceptable driving history are required. The stated starting salary is $104–$130; the description does not specify the pay period or currency.

Requirements

Four or more years of retail management experience with progressively greater responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery, or convenience store operations with full P&L responsibility.
Demonstrated results-oriented leadership, including the ability to model employee development and uphold the company’s mission and values.
A demonstrated record of achieving performance goals and objectives.
Financial analysis skills sufficient to interpret operating statements and other financial reporting, manage budgets, and control inventory.
Ability to leverage resources, control expenses, manage merchandise effectively, and define and communicate clear expectations.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible and adaptable.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including providing superior customer service, reacting appropriately under pressure, and applying sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
Ability to collaborate effectively with a team using a participative management style.
Ability to identify opportunities to improve performance and organize work to achieve goals.
Ability to anticipate customer needs, overcome obstacles, and strive to improve customer satisfaction.
Effective analytical skills, including integrating complex information and balancing tactical and strategic initiatives.
Ability to maintain an environment that promotes teamwork and maximizes individual potential.
Clear, timely communication and effective listening skills.
Ability to adapt to changing business priorities.
Current driver’s license and acceptable driving history.
Ability to travel weekly in a company-provided vehicle, with limited overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Big-box retail management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, will be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead store teams in promoting Dollar General’s mission and values and fairly administering human resources policies and practices.
Ensure superior customer service through welcoming, friendly stores.
Achieve area annual sales growth targets through quality orders and efficient flow processes.
Ensure effective use of tools in each store and market to improve inventory presentation and management.
Plan and execute company objectives.
Maximize performance and productivity through sensible store scheduling.
Develop human capital through proactive recruitment, selection, and education of employees and customers.
Protect company assets through loss prevention and expense efficiencies.
Identify and develop business opportunities in areas such as distribution flow, merchandising displays, store growth, real estate site selection, recruiting, training, employee relations, customer service, and systems implementation.
Communicate divisional and regional priorities consistently and effectively to store teams.
Manage area operations with full profit and loss responsibility.