STORE MANAGER - DGPP - 21 and older only - MS in OKOLONA

Dollar General•Okolona, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dollar General is a retail company with a mission to Serve Others, valuing each employee's unique strengths and perspectives. They offer a wide range of career opportunities in their stores, distribution centers, Store Support Center, and Private Fleet Team. Dollar General has been providing value to shoppers for over 80 years by offering essential products at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret operating statements and identify corrective actions.
Knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, health regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform cash register functions to generate reports.
Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices in compliance with applicable law and company requirements.
Knowledge of all local and state food handling certifications and requirements.
Basic knowledge of personal and network computer systems.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control.
Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
Knowledge of food handling, safety, and sanitation regulations.
Ability to effectively communicate information and standards verbally and in writing.
Ability to interface with staff, suppliers, and customers respectfully and effectively.
Good organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations.
Ability to obtain required local and state food handling management certifications.
Must be 21 years or older.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary business school training preferred.
Five or more years of retail store experience preferred.
Experience including at least one to two years as a store manager, or similar position in a retail grocery store or equivalent type operation.
Bilingual Spanish speakers may be preferred at certain store locations.

Responsibilities

Manage all employees and processes in a high sales volume retail store.
Ensure timely and efficient completion of store functions including ordering, receiving, stocking, merchandise presentation, staffing, cash handling, shrink control, and customer service.
Review operating statements to identify business trends, profitability, expense control, and shrink improvement opportunities.
Maintain positive trends and ensure compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and work processes.
Review Ad/Planner ordering plans and Perishable and Food ordering processes to maximize sales and minimize markdowns.
Ensure store meets or exceeds in-stock targets.
Validate (Find – Fill – Fix) processes and 7-day work flow.
Facilitate efficient staging, stocking, and storage of merchandise.
Ensure all merchandise is presented according to established practices and plans, utilizing fixtures properly with correct presentation, pricing, and signage.
Control damages and markdowns.
Manage the store budget.
Maintain strict cashier accountability, key control, scanning accuracy, and adherence to security practices and cash control procedures.
Recruit, interview, select, hire, train, assign tasks, and retain qualified and high-performing store employees.
Develop and maintain employee work schedules.
Supervise and ensure associates and authorized key carriers are trained in proper store operations and supervision of store employees.
Evaluate employee performance and address issues through coaching, counseling, and termination if necessary.
Ensure compliance with all federal and state labor laws and company policies.
Recommend pay rates and advancements.
Properly address employee leave requests.
Ensure staff obtains all required local and state food handling certifications.
Ensure the store is appropriately staffed and opened/closed in a timely manner.
Ensure the store regularly meets safety, food handling, and sanitation standards.
Plan and lead staff meetings and events to encourage safety, security, and policy adherence.
Represent the store and cooperate with all governmental regulatory agencies.
Communicate and implement corporate and area initiatives related to human resources, products, pricing, and merchandise presentation.
Provide superior customer service leadership, ensuring customer needs and requests are addressed efficiently and timely.
Maintain daily contact with customers to understand merchandise expectations.
Ensure store equipment is adequate and functional, recommending additional or alternative equipment if needed.
Confirm paperwork and documentation are completed according to guidelines and deadlines.