LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in CHESTERTOWN, MD S30158

Dollar General Cashier / Stocker

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, 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.

Job Details

Function as a cashier and / or stocker and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the store manager or assistant store manager. Assist in setting and maintaining plan-o-grams and programs. Provide exemplary customer service. Perform other duties as necessary to maximize profitability, customer satisfaction, and teamwork, while protecting company assets and reducing losses.

Duties and essential job functions include unloading trucks according to the prescribed process for the store, following company work processes to receive, open and unpack cartons and totes, stocking merchandise; rotating and facing merchandise on shelves and building merchandise displays, restocking returned and recovered merchandise, ordering zones and drop shipment categories, following prescribed ordering practices, as assigned by the store manager, assisting in plan-o-gram implementation and maintenance, assisting customers by locating merchandise, bailing cardboard and taking out trash; dusting and mopping store floors; cleaning restroom and stockroom, greeting customers as they enter the store, maintaining register countertops and bags; implementing register countertop plan-o-grams, operating cash register and flatbed scanner to itemize and total customer's purchase; bagging merchandise, collecting payment from customer and making change, cleaning front end of store and helping set up sidewalk displays, helping to maintain a clean, well-organized store and facilitating a safe and secure working and shopping environment, providing superior customer service leadership, following company policies and procedures as outlined in the standard operating procedures manual, employee handbook, and company communications, opening and / or closing the store under specific direction of the area manager. In the absence of the store manager or assistant store manager, authorize and sign for refunds and overrides; count register; make bank deposits. Assist in maintaining strict cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to company security practices and cash control procedures. Monitor cash levels and make appropriate drawer pulls as directed by the store manager. Monitor cameras for unusual activities (customers and employees), if applicable. Supply cashiers with change when needed. Complete all required paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge and skills include 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. Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices. Effective interpersonal and oral & written communication skills. Understanding of safety policies and practices. Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance. Work experience and / or education includes high school diploma or equivalent and six months of supervisory experience (or related experience / training) preferred.

Working Conditions

Frequent walking and standing. Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks; which may also require the ability to push and / or pull rolltainers for stocking merchandise. Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats (six-wheel carts), and rolltainers. Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds. Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to heights of six feet. Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level. Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions. Occasional or regular driving / providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend management meetings and travel to other Dollar General stores. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Dollar General is pleased to offer a wide range of benefit programs designed to care for the physical, mental and financial well-being of our employees and their families. Available benefit programs include health insurance coverage options, a variety of supplemental programs, 401(k) savings plan, paid sick leave (where required by law), vacation, paid maternity and parental leave, and many more. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply. See careers.dollargeneral.com / benefits for additional details. New hire starting pay range : 15.50 - 15.75.