Store Manager - Tallmadge, Oh Store #9973

Dollar General•Tallmadge, OH

10d

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 recruitment, selection, training, performance management, staffing, and compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws. The Store Manager also directs store operations, inventory and merchandise presentation, customer service, cash and security controls, safety, and completion of required documentation. The position requires opening the store at least two times per week and closing it at least two times per week. Work takes place in a fast-paced environment with a moderate noise level and includes regular driving in the employee’s own vehicle to meetings, other Dollar General stores, and deposits. Physical work includes frequent walking or standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling; some merchandise and equipment handling; lifting up to 40 pounds and occasionally up to 55 pounds; and occasional ladder climbing up to six feet. The role may involve occasional exposure to outdoor weather, hazardous cleaning solutions, and extreme cold in freezers.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including percentages.
Knowledge of cash-handling procedures, 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 adequate staffing.
Train employees, conduct performance evaluations, identify performance gaps, provide solutions or counseling, and take action 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 properly staffed and opened and closed effectively each day; open at least twice weekly and close at least twice weekly.
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; and follow up on BSR and cycle counts.
Oversee efficient staging, stocking, and storage of merchandise according to 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 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.
Drive a personal vehicle to attend meetings, visit other Dollar General stores, and make deposits.