Store Manager Candidate In Graham Nc

Dollar General•Graham, NC

23h•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 may operate the store in the Store Manager’s absence and supports customer service, merchandising, inventory, financial controls, store safety, employee development, and compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws. The role involves a fast-paced environment, some travel with limited overnight stays, and occasional driving or providing personal transportation for bank deposits, management meetings, and visits to other Dollar General stores.

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 generating reports.
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 and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
Ability to apply basic retail principles, including ordering cycles, peak inventories, and merchandise flow.
High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
One year of retail experience preferred for external candidates.
Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and handling merchandise and equipment.
Frequent lifting of up to 40 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds.
Occasional climbing using a ladder.
Occasional driving or providing personal transportation for work-related tasks.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise and occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
Ability to travel, including limited overnight stays.

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 for external candidates.

Responsibilities

Assist with recruiting and staffing activities; recruit, hire, and train qualified applicants to meet store needs.
Assist with merchandising, including staging, stocking, storage, presentation, and proper use of 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 and respond sensitively to customer needs.
Model compliance with company procedures and policies.
Participate in store opening and closing activities.
Ensure company funds are deposited in the designated bank.
Support store 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.
Develop staff and foster cooperation and collaboration among employees.
Act as a liaison between the Store Support Center and store employees.
Ensure compliance with federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.
Travel as needed, including occasional driving or providing personal transportation for bank deposits, management meetings, and visits to other stores.