STORE MANAGER in COLCHESTER, VERMONT

OverviewWork Where You Matter. At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others. We value each and every one of our employees. We offer career opportunities across Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or Private Fleet Team. We are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings.Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. We help shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering everyday low prices on essentials in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at SummaryResponsible 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 FunctionsRecruit, select and retain qualified employees according to federal and state labor laws and company policies; ensure the store is properly staffed.Provide 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 municate 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. Open the store a minimum of two times per week and close the store a minimum of two times per week.Evaluate operating statements to identify business trends (sales, profitability, turn), expense control opportunities, shrink and errors.Order to meet or exceed in-stock targets; review ordering plans, seasonal direction and inventory management issues weekly; follow up on Basic Stock Replenishment (BSR) / cycle counts.Facilitate efficient staging, stocking and storage of merchandise by following defined company work processes.Ensure merchandise is presented according to established practices; use fixtures properly including presentation, pricing and signage.Maintain accurate inventory levels by controlling damages, markdowns, scanning, paperwork, and facility controls.Ensure financial integrity of the store through cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to security 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 the store is adequately equipped with tools necessary to perform required tasks.Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in SOPs, Employee Handbook, and company communications; ensure employee plete all paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.QualificationsKnowledge and SkillsAbility 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 organizational skills with attention to detail.Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists.Note: Certain store locations may give preference to bilingual Spanish speakers.Work Experience and/or EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.One year of management experience in a retail environment petenciesAligns 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 teracts with staff tactfully yet directly 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 a store need.Ensures store compliance with federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.Working Conditions and Physical RequirementsFrequent 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.Benefits and Employment DetailsDollar General offers a wide range of benefit programs designed to care for the physical, mental and financial well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits include health insurance options, supplemental programs, 401(k) Savings Plan, paid sick leave (where required by law), vacation, paid maternity and parental leave, and more. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply. See /benefits for details. This position may be eligible for short-term incentive opportunities based on individual and/or company performance. Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.Note: Applications will remain open until a candidate is selected and has accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08