Store Manager Candidate In Garfield Nj

Dollar General•Garfield, NJ

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in implementing store operations, including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management, merchandising, receiving, paperwork, and other store needs. The position is intended to develop an external candidate for a Store Manager role and is held for a limited period. The role may operate the store in the Store Manager’s absence and involves supporting customer service, staff development, recruiting, hiring, training, financial controls, safety, and compliance with company procedures. Some travel is required, with limited overnight stays. Applications remain open until a candidate is selected and accepts.

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.
Effective organization skills and attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
Ability to align motives, values, and beliefs with Dollar General values and support the development of others.
Ability to apply basic retail principles, including ordering cycles, peak inventories, and merchandise flow.
Ability to walk and stand frequently; bend, stoop, and kneel frequently; and climb occasionally.
Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 55 pounds.
Occasional driving or provision of own transportation for bank deposits, management meetings, and visits to other Dollar General stores.
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, including recruiting, hiring, and training qualified applicants.
Support store merchandising, including staging, stocking, storage, signing, pricing, and presentation of merchandise.
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 to customer needs.
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 financial integrity of the store 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 required paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
Develop staff and foster cooperation and collaboration.
Act as a liaison between the Store Support Center and store employees.
Ensure store compliance with federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.
Travel as required, including making bank deposits, attending management meetings, and visiting other Dollar General stores.