∙ Elijah House Foundation
STORE MANAGER IN CONWAY, SC
∙ Elijah House Foundation, Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Overview
Work Where You Matter. At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others. We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive. Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.
Job Details
General Summary Responsible for the management of all employees in the effective planning and implementation of all store processes, including ordering, receiving, stocking, presentation, selling, staffing and support.
Duties and Essential Job Functions
Recruit, select and retain qualified employees according to federal and state labor laws and company policies; ensure store is properly staffed.
Provide proper training for employees; conduct performance evaluations; identify gaps for appropriate solutions and/or counseling, up to and including termination.
Make recommendations regarding employee pay rate and advancement.
Communicate performance, conduct and safety expectations regularly; coordinate meetings and events to encourage safety, security and policies.
Ensure that the store is appropriately staffed and effectively opened and closed each day. Personally open the store a minimum of two times per week; personally close the store a minimum of two times per week.
Evaluate operating statements to identify business trends (including sales, profitability, and turn), expense control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Order to ensure the meeting or exceeding of in-stock targets; review ordering plan, seasonal direction and inventory management issues on a weekly basis; follow up on Basic Stock Replenishment (BSR)/cycle counts.
Facilitate the efficient staging, stocking and storage of merchandise by following defined company work processes.
Ensure that all merchandise is presented according to established practices; utilize merchandise fixtures properly including presentation, product pricing and signage.
Maintain accurate inventory levels by controlling damages, markdowns, scanning, paperwork, and facility controls.
Ensure the financial integrity of the store through strict cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to stated company security practices and cash control procedures.
Provide superior customer service leadership.
Maintain a clean, well-organized store; facilitate a safe and secure working and shopping environment.
Ensure that store is adequately equipped with tools necessary to perform required tasks.
Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications; ensure employee compliance.
Complete all paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
Qualifications Knowledge and Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals
Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control
Ability to perform IBM 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 (deposits, store keys, SAFE program, etc.)
Good organization skills with attention to detail
Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists
Certain store locations may give preference to bilingual Spanish speakers
Work Experience and/or Education
High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred
One year of management experience in a retail environment preferred
Competencies
Aligns motives, values and beliefs with Dollar General values
Supports ownership by tapping into the potential of others
Acts as a liaison between the corporate office and store employees
Fosters cooperation and collaboration
Interacts with staff tactfully yet directly and maintains an open forum of exchange
Demonstrates responsiveness and sensitivity to customer needs
Applies basic principles of retail (i.e., ordering cycles, peak inventories, merchandise flow, etc.)
Provides continuous attention to development of staff
Recruits, hires and trains qualified applicants to fulfill a store need
Ensures store compliance to federal labor laws and company policies and procedures
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Frequent walking and standing
Frequent bending, stooping and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks
Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanner, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, and U-boats (six-wheel carts)
Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds
Occasional climbing (using ladder)
Regularly driving/providing own transportation to make bank deposits and occasionally to attend management meetings and to other Dollar General stores
Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Details
General Summary Responsible for the management of all employees in the effective planning and implementation of all store processes, including ordering, receiving, stocking, presentation, selling, staffing and support.
Duties and Essential Job Functions
Recruit, select and retain qualified employees according to federal and state labor laws and company policies; ensure store is properly staffed.
Provide proper training for employees; conduct performance evaluations; identify gaps for appropriate solutions and/or counseling, up to and including termination.
Make recommendations regarding employee pay rate and advancement.
Communicate performance, conduct and safety expectations regularly; coordinate meetings and events to encourage safety, security and policies.
Ensure that the store is appropriately staffed and effectively opened and closed each day. Personally open the store a minimum of two times per week; personally close the store a minimum of two times per week.
Evaluate operating statements to identify business trends (including sales, profitability, and turn), expense control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Order to ensure the meeting or exceeding of in-stock targets; review ordering plan, seasonal direction and inventory management issues on a weekly basis; follow up on Basic Stock Replenishment (BSR)/cycle counts.
Facilitate the efficient staging, stocking and storage of merchandise by following defined company work processes.
Ensure that all merchandise is presented according to established practices; utilize merchandise fixtures properly including presentation, product pricing and signage.
Maintain accurate inventory levels by controlling damages, markdowns, scanning, paperwork, and facility controls.
Ensure the financial integrity of the store through strict cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to stated company security practices and cash control procedures.
Provide superior customer service leadership.
Maintain a clean, well-organized store; facilitate a safe and secure working and shopping environment.
Ensure that store is adequately equipped with tools necessary to perform required tasks.
Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications; ensure employee compliance.
Complete all paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
Qualifications Knowledge and Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals
Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control
Ability to perform IBM 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 (deposits, store keys, SAFE program, etc.)
Good organization skills with attention to detail
Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists
Certain store locations may give preference to bilingual Spanish speakers
Work Experience and/or Education
High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred
One year of management experience in a retail environment preferred
Competencies
Aligns motives, values and beliefs with Dollar General values
Supports ownership by tapping into the potential of others
Acts as a liaison between the corporate office and store employees
Fosters cooperation and collaboration
Interacts with staff tactfully yet directly and maintains an open forum of exchange
Demonstrates responsiveness and sensitivity to customer needs
Applies basic principles of retail (i.e., ordering cycles, peak inventories, merchandise flow, etc.)
Provides continuous attention to development of staff
Recruits, hires and trains qualified applicants to fulfill a store need
Ensures store compliance to federal labor laws and company policies and procedures
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Frequent walking and standing
Frequent bending, stooping and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks
Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanner, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, and U-boats (six-wheel carts)
Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds
Occasional climbing (using ladder)
Regularly driving/providing own transportation to make bank deposits and occasionally to attend management meetings and to other Dollar General stores
Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
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