Store Manager Candidate In Phoenix Or

Dollar General•Phoenix, OR

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in implementing store processes, including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management, stocking and receiving, paperwork, and other store needs. The position is intended to develop an external candidate for the Store Manager role and is held for a limited period. The candidate helps lead store operations and customer service, supports employee development and hiring, and may operate the store in the Store Manager’s absence. The role involves frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, handling merchandise and equipment, and lifting up to 40 pounds frequently and up to 55 pounds occasionally. Some climbing and driving are required, including occasional travel to make bank deposits, attend management meetings, or visit other Dollar General stores. Limited overnight stays may be required. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise and occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including percentages.
Knowledge of cash-handling procedures, cashier accountability, and deposit controls.
Ability to learn and perform IBM cash register functions, including report generation.
Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
Knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices, including deposits, store keys, SAFE, and STARS programs.
Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices, including legal compliance and internal processes.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Organization skills and attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
Frequent proper lifting of up to 40 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds.
Occasional driving and ability to provide own transportation for work-related travel.
High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
One year of retail experience preferred for external candidates.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish skills may be preferred at certain store locations.
High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in a retail environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with recruiting and staffing activities.
Support store merchandising, including staging, stocking, storing, signing, and pricing merchandise according to established practices and the Store Manager’s direction.
Assist with inventory management, including damages, markdowns, register scanning, paperwork, facility controls, and conducting inventories.
Follow ordering practices to meet or exceed in-stock targets.
Provide leadership in delivering superior customer service.
Model compliance with company procedures and policies.
Participate in store opening and closing activities.
Ensure company funds are deposited safely in the designated bank.
Support the store’s financial integrity through cashier accountability, key control, security practices, and cash-control procedures.
Help maintain clean, well-stocked stores and a safe environment for customers and employees.
Operate the store in the Store Manager’s absence.
Review operating statements to identify business trends, expense-control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Complete paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
Support staff development and recruit, hire, and train qualified applicants.
Help ensure compliance with federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.
Travel occasionally to make bank deposits, attend management meetings, or visit other Dollar General stores.