SALES ASSOCIATE in VIRGINIA IL S09182

About the role

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 planograms and merchandise presentation guides.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures and basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform cash register functions and stock merchandise.
• 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, containers, two‑wheel dollies, six‑wheel carts, and roll‑tainers.
• Lifting up to 40 lb regularly; occasional lifting up to 55 lb.
• Occasional climbing using a step ladder up to six feet.
• Fast‑paced environment with moderate noise level.
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage options.
• Various supplemental programs.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Paid sick leave (where required by law).
• Vacation time.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Additional benefit programs as detailed on the company careers site.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years, offering a wide range of everyday low‑price products in convenient neighborhood locations. The company’s mission is “Serving Others,” and it values the unique strengths and perspectives each employee brings.