RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED in BLOOMSBURG, PA

About the role

Plan and lead the activities of all stores within the assigned area of operation, including full profit and loss responsibility, while acting within the scope of company objectives and policies to accomplish divisional and regional goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead store teams by ensuring a culture that fosters Dollar General’s mission and values.
• Administer human resources policies and practices fairly.
• Deliver superior customer service through fun, friendly stores.
• Achieve area annual sales growth that meets or exceeds company targets via quality orders and efficient flow processes.
• Maintain superior inventory presentation and management by effectively utilizing all tools in each store and market.
• Execute company objectives through effective planning and execution.
• Maximize performance and productivity via a commitment to sensible store scheduling.
• Develop human capital through proactive recruitment, selection, and education of employees and customers.
• Protect company assets via loss prevention and expense efficiencies.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the operational area (e.g., distribution flow improvements, merchandising display efforts, store growth and real estate site selection, recruiting strategy, training and development priorities, employee relations, customer service, systems implementation).
• Communicate divisional and regional priorities consistently and effectively to store teams.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Results-oriented leadership with the ability to model total development and serve as a steward of Dollar General’s mission and values.
• Proven record of achieving performance goals and objectives.
• Financial analysis skills sufficient to interpret operating statements and other financial reporting data, manage budgets, and control inventory.
• Ability to produce desired results by leveraging resources, maintaining tough expense control, managing merchandise effectively, and defining and communicating clear expectations.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills including a willingness to consistently provide superior customer service, the ability to react appropriately under pressure, and the ability to apply good judgment in ambiguous situations.
• Collaborative approach that achieves objectives in a participative management style.

Work Experience and/or Education

• Four or more years of retail management experience with progressively more responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery, or convenience store operations with full P&L responsibility.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; “big-box” retail management and/or equivalent education and experience combination will be considered.

Competencies

• Drives results by identifying opportunities to improve performance.
• Works efficiently by planning and organizing work to achieve goals and objectives.
• Focuses on customers by anticipating customer needs, overcoming obstacles, and continually striving to improve customer satisfaction.
• Applies effective analytical skills by integrating complex information while balancing tactical and strategic initiatives.
• Provides effective leadership by maintaining an environment that promotes teamwork and maximizes individual potential.
• Communicates effectively by providing clear and timely communication and demonstrating effective listening skills.
• Demonstrates adaptability by adjusting to changing business priorities.

Note: This position requires weekly travel in a company-provided vehicle with limited overnight stays; a current driver’s license and acceptable driving history is required.