Store Manager - Pine Bluff, Ar Store #14570

Dollar General•Pine Bluff, AR

12h

About The Position

The Store Manager is responsible for managing store employees and effectively planning and implementing store processes, including ordering, receiving, stocking, presentation, selling, staffing, and support. The role oversees employee hiring, training, performance, and compliance; store opening and closing; sales and expense review; inventory and merchandise presentation; cash and security controls; customer service; and store cleanliness and safety. The manager also ensures the store has the tools and resources needed to complete required tasks and that paperwork is submitted accurately and on time. The position involves frequent walking or standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling, handling merchandise and equipment, lifting up to 40 pounds (occasionally up to 55 pounds), and occasional ladder climbing. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise and occasional exposure to weather, 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 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 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, and retain qualified employees in accordance with labor laws and company policies, and ensure appropriate staffing.
Train employees, conduct performance evaluations, address performance gaps through solutions or counseling, and take action up to and including termination.
Make recommendations about employee pay rates and advancement.
Communicate performance, conduct, and safety expectations and coordinate meetings and events related to safety, security, and company policies.
Ensure the store is 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, 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.
Ensure merchandise is staged, stocked, and stored efficiently in accordance with company processes.
Ensure merchandise presentation follows established practices, including appropriate 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 customer-service leadership.
Maintain a clean, organized store and a safe, secure environment for employees and customers.
Ensure the store has the tools necessary to perform required tasks.
Follow company policies and procedures and ensure employee compliance.
Complete paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.