SALES ASSOCIATE in BUCHANAN VA S08152

About the role

The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for customers, assisting them in locating and purchasing merchandise, operating the cash register, stocking and recovering merchandise, cleaning the store, and performing other duties assigned by the Store Manager to maximize store profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service, greet and assist customers.
• Operate cash register and scanner to itemize and total purchases, collect payment, make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers as necessary.
• Follow company merchandise processes: unpack, stock, restock, rotate merchandise on shelves, and build merchandise displays.
• Clean the store, take out trash, dust and mop floors, clean restrooms and receiving room, and help set up sidewalk displays.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow planograms and merchandise presentation guides.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures and basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform cash register functions and stock merchandise.

Work Experience and Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Working Conditions

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run checkout stations, stock merchandise, and unload trucks; may require pushing/pulling rolltainers.
• Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, containers, two‑wheel dollies, U‑boats (six‑wheel carts), and rolltainers.
• Frequent lifting of up to 40 lb; occasional lifting of up to 55 lb.
• Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to six feet.
• Fast‑paced environment with moderate noise level.
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. The company offers everyday low‑price products—including food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items—at convenient neighborhood locations. Dollar General’s mission is “Serving Others,” and it values the unique strengths and perspectives each employee brings.