RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER in PITTSBURGH PA

Dollar General•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

The Retail District Manager plans and leads the activities of all stores within an assigned area of operation, with full profit and loss responsibility. The role operates within company objectives and policies to achieve divisional and regional goals. The manager leads store teams, supports Dollar General’s mission and values, and communicates divisional and regional priorities to store teams. The position involves developing business opportunities across the operational area, including distribution flow, merchandising, store growth and real estate site selection, recruiting, training and development, employee relations, customer service, and systems implementation. It requires weekly travel in a company-provided vehicle, with limited overnight stays.

Requirements

At least four years of retail management experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
Experience managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery, or convenience store operations with full profit and loss responsibility.
Demonstrated results-oriented leadership and ability to model the company’s mission and values.
A record of achieving performance goals and objectives.
Financial analysis skills sufficient to interpret operating statements and other financial data, manage budgets, and control inventory.
Ability to achieve results by leveraging resources, controlling expenses, managing merchandise, and communicating clear expectations.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with flexibility and adaptability.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including providing superior customer service, reacting appropriately under pressure, and exercising good judgment in ambiguous situations.
Ability to collaborate with a team using a participative management style.
A 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.

Responsibilities

Lead store teams in fostering a culture aligned with Dollar General’s mission and values.
Ensure fair administration of human resources policies and practices.
Promote superior customer service and maintain fun, friendly stores.
Achieve or exceed area annual sales growth targets through quality orders and efficient flow processes.
Ensure effective use of tools across stores and markets for inventory presentation and management.
Plan and execute company objectives effectively.
Maximize performance and productivity through sensible store scheduling.
Develop employees and customers through proactive recruitment, selection, and education.
Protect company assets through loss prevention and expense efficiencies.
Identify and develop business opportunities within the operational area, including distribution flow improvements, merchandising displays, store growth, real estate site selection, recruiting, training and development, employee relations, customer service, and systems implementation.
Communicate divisional and regional priorities consistently and effectively to store teams.
Manage multi-unit operations with full profit and loss responsibility.
Travel weekly in a company-provided vehicle, with limited overnight stays.