The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers. The duties of the Sales Associate include assisting customers in locating and purchasing merchandise, operating the cash register, stocking merchandise, recovering merchandise, cleaning the store, and performing other duties as assigned by the Store Manager to maximize store profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets.
Duties and Essential Job Functions
Job Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Work Experience and/or Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Working Conditions
Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills
- Understanding of safety policies and practices
- Ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides
- Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures
- Basic mathematical skills
- Ability to perform cash register functions
- Ability to stock merchandise
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 55 pounds
- Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and handle merchandise and equipment
Dollar General Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Dollar General and has not been reviewed or approved by Dollar General.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions after tenure requirements and other financial perks. These features provide tangible support for long‑term savings for eligible employees.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off options span paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, parental leave, adoption assistance, and military leave. The range of leave types covers common life events even if availability and usage can vary by role.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness resources such as an Employee Assistance Program and a wellness program are available, alongside conveniences like early wage access. These offerings support everyday wellbeing and cash‑flow flexibility.
Dollar General Insights
What We Do
Dollar General has been Serving Others for approximately 85 years. With approximately 20,000 stores, we serve communities across the country, from right around the corner. We exist to provide convenience, quality, and value, so our customers can get back to what's important. Our products include high-quality private labels to America's most-trusted brands. And we're here to fill more than just carts. For anyone working to create a meaningful career, a better life for themselves. their loved ones and neighbors - we're here for it. Here for What Matters.
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