STORE MANAGER - PUNXSUTAWNEY, PA STORE #24532

Dollar General•Punxsutawney, PA

1d•Onsite

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 employee recruitment, selection, training, performance, and compliance with company policies, as well as store operations, customer service, inventory, cash control, safety, and required documentation. The manager ensures the store is adequately staffed and opened and closed effectively each day, including opening at least twice and closing at least twice per week. The position also involves evaluating operating statements, managing ordering and inventory, maintaining merchandise presentation and store conditions, and protecting the financial integrity of the store. The work is fast-paced, with moderate noise. It involves frequent walking or standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling; handling store equipment and merchandise; lifting up to 40 pounds frequently and occasionally up to 55 pounds; occasional exposure to outdoor weather, hazardous cleaning solutions, and freezer cold; and occasional climbing a step ladder to six feet. 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 procedures manuals.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
Knowledge of cash-handling procedures, including cashier accountability and deposit control.
Ability to perform cash register functions to 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 organization 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 appropriate 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.
Communicate performance, conduct, and safety expectations; coordinate meetings and events related to safety, security, and policies.
Ensure the store is staffed and opened and closed effectively each day; open at least twice per week and close at least twice per week.
Evaluate 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 issues weekly; follow up on Basic Stock Replenishment and cycle counts.
Facilitate efficient merchandise staging, stocking, and storage in accordance with company 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 store financial integrity through cashier accountability, key control, security practices, and cash-control procedures.
Provide leadership for 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.