SALES ASSOCIATE in MIDDLETOWN NY S13496

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 purchases, collect payment, make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers as needed.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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; 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 and occasional lifting of up to 55 lb.
• Occasional climbing using a step ladder up to six feet.
• Fast‑paced environment with moderate noise level and occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Relocation assistance is not available.

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, including health insurance coverage options, various 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.

About Us

Dollar General’s mission is “Serving Others.” The company values each employee and offers career opportunities across stores, distribution centers, support centers, and the private fleet team. With more than 80 years of history, Dollar General provides everyday low‑price products in convenient neighborhood locations, helping shoppers save time and money.