STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE - 21 and older only - JEFFERSONVILLE ININ

Dollar General•Jeffersonville, IN

19h

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 role is intended to develop an external candidate for a Store Manager position and is held for a limited period. The candidate may operate the store in the Store Manager’s absence and supports customer service, merchandising, inventory, financial controls, staffing, and store upkeep. The position involves frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and handling merchandise and equipment. It may also involve occasional lifting, ladder climbing, driving for bank deposits or meetings, exposure to outdoor weather, and limited overnight travel. The work environment is fast-paced with a moderate noise level.

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, 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.
Effective organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds frequently and up to 55 pounds occasionally.
Minimum age of 21, as indicated in the job title.
High school diploma or equivalent is strongly preferred.
Some travel is required, with limited overnight stays.
Occasional driving or providing own transportation for bank deposits, management meetings, and travel to other Dollar General stores.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a retail environment is preferred for external candidates.
Some store locations may give preference to bilingual Spanish speakers.

Responsibilities

Assist with recruiting and staffing activities.
Assist with merchandising by staging, stocking, and storing merchandise, presenting merchandise according to established practices and manager direction, and properly using fixtures, signs, and pricing.
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 and opportunities involving sales, labor, profitability, inventory turnover, expenses, shrink, and errors.
Complete paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
Support staff development and recruit, hire, and train qualified applicants.
Ensure store compliance with federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.
Act as a liaison between the Store Support Center and store employees and foster cooperation and collaboration.