SALES ASSOCIATE in BURLINGTON NJ S12103

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.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow plan‑ograms and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures and basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Working Conditions

• Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling while operating checkout stations, stocking merchandise, and unloading trucks.
• 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 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.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Benefits

Dollar General offers a wide range of benefit programs designed to support the physical, mental, and financial well‑being of employees and their families. Available programs include health insurance coverage options, supplemental programs, a 401(k) Savings Plan, paid sick leave (where required by law), vacation, paid maternity and parental leave, and more. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; see careers.dollargeneral.com/benefits for additional details.

About Us

Dollar General’s mission is “Serving Others.” With more than 80 years of history, the company provides everyday low‑price merchandise in convenient neighborhood locations, helping shoppers save time and money. Dollar General values the unique strengths and perspectives each employee brings, believing that individual differences truly make a difference.