STORE PERISHABLE MANAGER - DGPP in GENTRY, AR S24398

Dollar General Perishable Department Manager

Work where you matter! At Dollar General, our mission is serving others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient store locations, distribution centers, store support center or with our private fleet team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to serve? Join the Dollar General journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview : Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations.

Job Details : General Summary :

Under general supervision of the store manager, manages the perishable departments including produce, fresh meat, packaged meats, and dairy, frozen food, bread, and thaw and sell bakery products. Assists store manager with efficient and effective inventory management, appealing and profitable merchandise presentation and quality customer service. Assists the store manager in ensuring a safe working environment and providing protection for company assets according to required procedures. Assists the store manager in ensuring staff and store compliance with all food handling rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist store manager, as directed, in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through strict cash accountability, key control, and adherence to company security practices and cash control procedures.
• Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the standard operating procedures manual, employee handbook, and company communications.
• Assist store manager in ensuring employee compliance.
• Maintain correct perishable stock levels based on store volume using the following tools : current ads / planners, produce order guide, fresh meat recap and order guide, milk sales history and order guide, vendor order guide, bread order planning and stales recap.
• Assist store manager, as directed, in training assigned associates in the proper presentation, freshness and pricing standards for all perishable areas.
• Assist store manager, as directed, in training assigned associates in the proper and safe handling of food in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Train assigned associates in the proper stocking and rotation of perishable products.
• Record perishable markdowns, while analyzing causes and taking corrective action to prevent recurrences.
• Train assigned associates in the proper grading and re-packaging standards in produce to minimize markdowns.
• Accurately record inventory levels as requested by the store support center.
• Assist the store manager with ensuring that customers' needs and requests are routinely addressed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Maintain daily contact with customers to understand merchandise expectations and desires.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with sanitation standards and training associates assigned in the perishable departments using the cleaning schedule.
• Assist with other operational areas as directed by the store manager.

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Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.