STORE MANAGER - DGPP - 21 and older only - NEW HOPE, AL

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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.

General Summary

Manage all employees and processes in a high sales volume retail store carrying a balanced combination of food and general merchandise. Responsible for ensuring that store functions are timely and efficiently completed including, but not limited to, ordering, receiving, stocking, merchandise presentation, staffing, cash handling, shrink control and customer service. In addition to general merchandise, food categories include produce, dry foods, meats, and dairy / frozen foods.

Duties and Responsibilities

While responsible for all employees and total store processes, the Store Managers specialized areas include :

• Review operating statements to identify the stores business trends including sales, profitability expense control opportunities, potential shrink improvement, etc. Maintain positive trends and ensure compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures manual, policies and work processes.
• Review Ad / Planner ordering plans.
• Review Perishable and Food ordering processes to maximize sales and minimize markdowns.
• Ensure store meets or exceeds in-stock targets.
• Validate (Find Fill Fix) processes and 7 day work flow.
• Facilitate efficient staging, stocking and storage of merchandise.
• Ensure that all merchandise is presented according to established practices and plans. Utilize merchandise fixtures properly including presentation, product pricing and signage.
• Control damages and markdowns.
• Manages store budget.
• Maintain strict cashier accountability, key control, scanning accuracy and adherence to stated company security practices and cash control procedures.
• Ensure that qualified and high performing store employees are recruited, interviewed, selected, hired, trained, assigned tasks and retained.
• Develop and maintain employee work schedules
• Supervise and ensure associates, as well as authorized key carriers are trained in proper store operations and the supervision of store employees.
• Evaluate employee performance and address employee performance and / or conduct issues through coaching, counseling and when necessary the termination process.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state labor laws and company policies.
• Recommend pay rates and advancement.
• Properly address employee leave requests.
• Ensure that staff obtains all required local and state food handling certifications.
• Ensure store is appropriately staffed and opened and closed in a timely manner each day based on the stores posted store hours.
• Ensure that store regularly meets safety, food handling and sanitation standards. Plan and lead staff meetings and events to encourage safety, security and policies.
• Represent store and cooperate with all governmental regulatory agencies.
• Communicate and implement corporate and area initiatives relating to human resources, products, pricing and merchandise presentation.
• Provide superior customer service leadership. Ensure customers needs and requests are routinely addressed in an efficient and timely manner. Maintain daily contact with customers to understand merchandise expectations.
• Ensure store equipment is adequate and functional to perform required tasks. Recommend additional or alternative equipment if needed.
• Confirm paperwork and documentation is completed according to guidelines and deadlines.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.