STORE PERISHABLE MANAGER - DGPP - 21 and older only - in LAS VEGAS NV S13321

About the Role

Under general supervision of the Store Manager, manages the Perishable Departments including produce, fresh meat, packaged meats, dairy, frozen food, bread, and thaw‑and‑sell bakery products. Assists the Store Manager with efficient and effective inventory management, appealing and profitable merchandise presentation and quality customer service. Also assists in ensuring a safe working environment, protection of company assets, and staff compliance with all food handling rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager, as directed, in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through strict cash accountability, key control, and adherence to company security and cash control procedures.
• Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications.
• Assist the Store Manager in ensuring employee compliance.
• Maintain correct perishable stock levels based on store volume using tools such as current ads/planners, produce order guide, fresh meat recap and order guide, milk sales history and order guide, vendor order guide, and bread order planning and stales recap.
• Train assigned associates in proper presentation, freshness, and pricing standards for all perishable areas.
• Train assigned associates in proper and safe handling of food in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Train assigned associates in proper stocking and rotation of perishable products.
• Record perishable markdowns, analyze causes, and take corrective action to prevent recurrences.
• Train assigned associates in proper grading and repackaging standards in produce to minimize markdowns.
• Accurately record inventory levels as requested by the Store Support Center.
• Assist the Store Manager in ensuring customers' needs and requests are addressed efficiently and timely.
• Maintain daily contact with customers to understand merchandise expectations and desires.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with sanitation standards and train associates using the cleaning schedule.
• Assist with other operational areas as directed by the Store Manager.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
• Ability to learn and perform cash register functions to generate reports.
• Ability to review operating statements and identify business trends (sales, profitability, turn), expense control opportunities, shrink, and errors.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures, including cashier accountability and deposit control.
• Knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Good organization skills with attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow plan‑o‑gram and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Willingness to comply with company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications.
• Ability and willingness to obtain required certifications in food handling.
• High school diploma or equivalent (strongly preferred).
• At least one year of experience in a retail environment, with six months of supervisory experience (preferred).
• Previous lead experience and/or grocery store experience (preferred).
• Attainment of required local and state food handling certifications, if applicable.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. The company offers everyday low‑price products in convenient neighborhood locations, helping shoppers save time and money. Dollar General values each employee’s unique strengths and perspectives, emphasizing that “Your difference truly makes a difference.”