STORE MANAGER - MAURICE, LA STORE #11615

Dollar General•Maurice, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Manager is responsible for managing employees and planning and implementing store processes, including ordering, receiving, stocking, presentation, selling, staffing, and support. The role ensures the store is properly staffed, opened and closed effectively, and operated in line with company policies and procedures. The manager leads customer service, inventory management, merchandising, safety, security, cash control, and completion of required documentation. The role involves frequent walking or standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling; handling merchandise and equipment; and lifting up to 40 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 55 pounds. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise, and may involve occasional exposure to outdoor weather, hazardous cleaning solutions, and extreme cold in freezers. Occasional climbing on a step ladder up to six feet is required. Regular use of a personal vehicle is required for meetings, visits to other Dollar General 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 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 organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems and deal with 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, recommend solutions or counseling, and take action up to and including termination.
Make recommendations regarding employee pay rates and advancement.
Communicate performance, conduct, and safety expectations, and coordinate meetings and events concerning safety, security, and policies.
Ensure the store is staffed and opened and closed effectively each day; personally open and close the store at least twice per week each.
Review operating statements for business trends, sales, profitability, inventory turn, expense-control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Order merchandise to meet or exceed in-stock targets; review ordering plans, seasonal direction, and inventory management issues weekly; and follow up on Basic Stock Replenishment and cycle counts.
Facilitate efficient merchandise staging, stocking, and storage by following company work processes.
Ensure merchandise presentation follows established practices, including proper fixture use, product 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.