Retail Lead Sales Associate / Cashier / Stocker

Make a difference in your career at Dollar General, where our guiding mission is to serve! We acknowledge the importance of every team member. We provide a variety of career paths whether you are interested in joining our expansive network of stores, distribution centers, support center or private fleet team. Dollar General is more than a retail corporation; we appreciate and celebrate the... different strengths and perceptions each person contributes. Your uniqueness indeed enriches Dollar General. Aspire to serve with us? Step onto the Dollar General career path and watch your life's work flourish. About the Company: For over eight decades, Dollar General Corporation has brought value to customers. We enable shoppers to save time and money on a consistent basis, offering frequently needed and restocked items like groceries, snacks, health and beauty products, cleaning supplies, basic clothing, household goods and seasonal items at affordable prices in readily accessible localities. Career Opportunity Overview: As a Cashier and/or Stocker, take up a leadership role whenever the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager is away. Aid in implementing and managing plan-o-grams and programs. Deliver top-notch customer service. Carry out additional responsibilities needed to increase profitability, customer satisfaction, teamwork, whilst safeguarding company resources and reducing losses. Key Responsibilities: • Properly unloading trucks based on store routine. • Complying with company procedures to receive, open, and unpack cartons and containers. • Stocking goods; arranging and displaying merchandise on shelves; preparing merchandise displays. • Restocking returned and reclaimed goods. • Organizing zones and drop shipment categories by following the Store Manager's assigned ordering practices. • Assisting in the enactment and upkeep of plan-o-grams. • Helping customers find merchandise. • Baling cardboard and removing trash; sweeping and mopping store floors; cleaning the restroom and stockroom. • Welcoming customers as they step into the store. • Supervising register countertops and bags; executing register countertop plan-o-grams. • Running the cash register and flatbed scanner to itemize and tally the customer's purchase; bagging purchased items. • Taking payment from customers and rendering the appropriate change. • Cleaning the store front and assisting in arranging sidewalk displays. • Assisting in maintaining a tidy, organized store and creating a safe, secured workspace and shopping atmosphere. • Leading with excellent customer service. • Following company rules and procedures as depicted in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and corporate communications. • Opening and/or closing the store as per the Area Manager's specific instructions. When the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager is Not Present: • Authorizing, signing for refunds and overrides; managing the cash register; making bank deposits. • Aiding in strict cashier accountability, key control and complying with company's security guidelines and cash management procedures. • Supervising cash quantity and performing necessary drawer pulls as directed by Store Manager. • Monitoring surveillance for unusual activities (customers and employees), if needed. • Providing cashiers with change when necessary. • Completing all essential paperwork and documentation within stipulated timeframes and as assigned. Required Skills and Knowledge: • Proficiency in mathematical operations including, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentage computations. • Familiarity with money handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit management. • Ability to use IBM cash register. • Understanding of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices. • Excellent interpersonal skills and oral & written communication skills. • Awareness of safety policies and procedures. • Ability to interpret and implement plan-o-gram and product presentation guidelines. Work Experience and/or Education: • Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent and six months of supervisory experience (or related experience/training) is advantageous. This role does not offer the benefit of relocation assistance. Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer