Store Manager - Weston, Wv Store #32227

Dollar General•Weston, WV

About The Position

The Store Manager is responsible for managing all employees and effectively planning and implementing store processes, including ordering, receiving, stocking, presentation, selling, staffing, and support. The role oversees store operations, employee performance and development, inventory and financial controls, customer service, safety, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The position requires frequent walking or standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling. It involves handling merchandise and equipment, lifting up to 40 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 55 pounds, and occasional ladder climbing up to six feet. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather, hazardous cleaning solutions, and extreme cold in freezers. Regular use of a personal vehicle is required for meetings, visits to other stores, and deposits.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as 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 control.
Ability to perform cash-register functions and generate reports.
Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices, including legal compliance and internal processes.
Knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices, including deposits and store keys.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems and handle a variety of situations.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including frequent walking or standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling; lifting merchandise; occasional ladder climbing; and regular driving of a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One year of management experience in a retail environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit, select, and retain qualified employees in accordance with labor laws and company policies, ensuring appropriate store staffing.
Train employees, conduct performance evaluations, identify performance gaps, and provide solutions or counseling, up to and including termination.
Recommend employee pay rates and advancement.
Regularly communicate performance, conduct, and safety expectations and coordinate meetings and events related to safety, security, and policies.
Ensure the store is appropriately staffed and opened and closed effectively each day; open at least twice and close at least twice per week.
Review operating statements to identify business trends, expense-control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Order merchandise to meet or exceed in-stock targets; review ordering plans, seasonal direction, and inventory management weekly; follow up on BSR and cycle counts.
Facilitate efficient merchandise staging, stocking, and storage using defined company work processes.
Ensure merchandise presentation follows established practices, including proper use of fixtures, pricing, and signage.
Maintain accurate inventory by controlling damages, markdowns, scanning, paperwork, and facility controls.
Protect the store's financial integrity through cashier accountability, key control, security practices, and cash-control procedures.
Provide leadership in delivering superior customer service.
Maintain a clean, organized store and a safe and secure working and shopping environment.
Ensure the store has the tools needed to perform required tasks.
Follow company policies and procedures and ensure employee compliance.
Complete paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.