Store Manager - Hattiesburg, Ms Store #8538

Dollar General•Hattiesburg, MS

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 ensures that the store is properly staffed, operations are completed according to company policies and procedures, merchandise and inventory are managed effectively, and customers receive superior service. The manager also maintains the store’s financial integrity, safety, security, cleanliness, and organization, and completes required paperwork and documentation.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Recruit, select, train, and retain qualified employees in accordance with applicable labor laws and company policies.
Conduct performance evaluations, identify employee performance gaps, provide solutions or counseling, and take corrective action up to and including termination.
Make recommendations regarding 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 the store at least twice per week and close it at least twice per week.
Review operating statements to identify business trends, expense-control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Manage ordering to meet or exceed in-stock targets; review ordering plans, seasonal direction, and inventory issues weekly; and follow up on Basic Stock Replenishment and cycle counts.
Facilitate merchandise staging, stocking, and storage in accordance with company work processes.
Ensure merchandise presentation, fixtures, pricing, and signage follow established practices.
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.