∙ Elijah House Foundation
STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE IN SALINE. MI
∙ Elijah House Foundation, Saline, Michigan, United States, 48176
Overview
Dollar General offers a broad range of career opportunities across store locations, distribution centers, the Store Support Center, and the Private Fleet Team. We are a values-driven company that seeks to serve others and values the unique strengths and perspectives of every employee.
Company Overview Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. We help shoppers save time and money every day by offering products that are frequently used and replenished at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.
Responsibilities
Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
Assist with store merchandising by facilitating and/or participating in staging, stocking and storage of merchandise; ensure merchandise is presented according to established practices and store manager direction; properly utilize merchandise fixtures, signing and pricing of merchandise.
Assist in all aspects of inventory management (including handling damages, markdowns, register scanning, paperwork and facility controls); prepare and conduct inventories.
Follow prescribed ordering practices to meet or exceed in-stock targets.
Provide superior customer service leadership.
Act as a role model by following company procedures and policies as outlined in the employee handbook, SOP manual and company communications.
Participate in store opening and closing activities.
Ensure the safe deposit of all company funds in the designated bank.
Assist in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through cashier accountability, key control and adherence to cash control procedures.
Maintain clean, well-stocked stores and provide a safe environment for customers and employees.
Operate the store in the store manager’s absence.
Review operating statements to identify business trends (sales, labor, profitability, inventory turnover), expense control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Complete all paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
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 including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit controls.
Ability to learn and perform IBM cash register functions, including those necessary to generate reports.
Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices (deposits, store keys, SAFE and STARS programs, etc.).
Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices including legal compliance and internal processes.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal and organizational 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 experience in a retail environment preferred for external candidates.
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 Store Support Center and store employees.
Fosters cooperation and collaboration.
Interacts tactfully yet directly with employees and maintains an open forum of exchange.
Demonstrates responsiveness and sensitivity to customer needs.
Applies basic principles of retail (ordering cycles, peak inventories, merchandise flow, etc.).
Provides continuous attention to development of staff.
Recruits, hires and trains qualified applicants to fulfill store needs.
Ensures store compliance with federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Frequent walking and standing.
Frequent bending, stooping and kneeling to run checkout, stock merchandise and unload trucks.
Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers and carts.
Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds.
Occasional climbing (using ladder).
Occasional driving or providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend management meetings and to other Dollar General stores.
Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level.
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
Note: This position requires some travel with limited overnight stays.
Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
New hire starting wage: $15.23 - $21.40
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Company Overview Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. We help shoppers save time and money every day by offering products that are frequently used and replenished at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.
Responsibilities
Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
Assist with store merchandising by facilitating and/or participating in staging, stocking and storage of merchandise; ensure merchandise is presented according to established practices and store manager direction; properly utilize merchandise fixtures, signing and pricing of merchandise.
Assist in all aspects of inventory management (including handling damages, markdowns, register scanning, paperwork and facility controls); prepare and conduct inventories.
Follow prescribed ordering practices to meet or exceed in-stock targets.
Provide superior customer service leadership.
Act as a role model by following company procedures and policies as outlined in the employee handbook, SOP manual and company communications.
Participate in store opening and closing activities.
Ensure the safe deposit of all company funds in the designated bank.
Assist in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through cashier accountability, key control and adherence to cash control procedures.
Maintain clean, well-stocked stores and provide a safe environment for customers and employees.
Operate the store in the store manager’s absence.
Review operating statements to identify business trends (sales, labor, profitability, inventory turnover), expense control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
Complete all paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
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 including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit controls.
Ability to learn and perform IBM cash register functions, including those necessary to generate reports.
Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices (deposits, store keys, SAFE and STARS programs, etc.).
Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices including legal compliance and internal processes.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal and organizational 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 experience in a retail environment preferred for external candidates.
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 Store Support Center and store employees.
Fosters cooperation and collaboration.
Interacts tactfully yet directly with employees and maintains an open forum of exchange.
Demonstrates responsiveness and sensitivity to customer needs.
Applies basic principles of retail (ordering cycles, peak inventories, merchandise flow, etc.).
Provides continuous attention to development of staff.
Recruits, hires and trains qualified applicants to fulfill store needs.
Ensures store compliance with federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Frequent walking and standing.
Frequent bending, stooping and kneeling to run checkout, stock merchandise and unload trucks.
Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers and carts.
Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds.
Occasional climbing (using ladder).
Occasional driving or providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend management meetings and to other Dollar General stores.
Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level.
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
Note: This position requires some travel with limited overnight stays.
Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
New hire starting wage: $15.23 - $21.40
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