STORE MANAGER - BLAIRSVILLE, GA STORE #3810

Dollar General•Blairsville, GA

About The Position

The Store Manager is responsible for managing employees and effectively planning and implementing store processes, including ordering, receiving, stocking, presentation, selling, staffing, and support. The role oversees staffing, training, performance, store operations, inventory, merchandise presentation, cash and facility controls, customer service, and compliance with company procedures. The manager opens the store at least twice per week and closes it at least twice per week. The position involves frequent walking and standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling; handling store merchandise and equipment; lifting up to 40 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 55 pounds; and occasional ladder climbing to six feet. The work environment is fast-paced with moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather, hazardous cleaning solutions, and freezer cold. Regular use of a personal vehicle is required for meetings, visits to other Dollar General stores, and deposits.

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 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 stated physical and working-condition demands, including lifting, frequent bending and standing, 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, retain, and appropriately staff qualified employees in accordance with labor laws and company policies.
Train employees, conduct performance evaluations, identify performance gaps, provide counseling or solutions, and address matters up to and including termination.
Make recommendations regarding employee pay rates and advancement.
Communicate performance, conduct, and safety expectations; coordinate meetings and events that promote safety, security, and policy compliance.
Ensure the store is effectively opened and closed each day, opening at least twice and closing at least twice per week.
Review operating statements to identify business trends, including sales, profitability, and inventory turn, as well as expense-control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Place and review orders to meet or exceed in-stock targets; review seasonal direction and inventory issues weekly; follow up on Basic Stock Replenishment and cycle counts.
Facilitate merchandise staging, stocking, and storage according to company processes.
Ensure merchandise presentation follows established practices, including proper fixture use, 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, 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.