Store Manager - Jasper, Al Store #31665

Dollar General•Jasper, AL

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 store staffing and operations, employee training and performance, inventory and merchandising, financial controls, customer service, and workplace safety. The manager also ensures the store is properly opened and closed, required paperwork is completed, and employees follow company policies and procedures.

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, 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 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, and ensure the store is properly staffed.
Train employees, conduct performance evaluations, identify performance gaps, and address them through solutions or counseling, up to and including termination.
Recommend employee pay rates and advancement.
Communicate performance, conduct, and safety expectations; coordinate meetings and events to promote safety, security, and policy compliance.
Ensure the store is adequately 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, sales and profitability concerns, expense-control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Manage ordering, in-stock targets, seasonal direction, inventory issues, and Basic Stock Replenishment and cycle-count follow-up.
Facilitate merchandise staging, stocking, and storage according to company 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, secure work 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.
Drive a personal vehicle for meetings, visits to other Dollar General stores, and deposits.