DISTRICT MANAGER CANDIDATE - A AustinSan Antonio

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The District Manager Candidate (DMC) position is part of a 3-phase, multi-unit management training program for candidates with a combination of retail experience and strong leadership skills. For the first two phases, the DMC will be in a Store Manager role for approximately one year in locations with increasing complexity. After successful completion of the Store Manager portion of the program, they will progress to phase 3 of the program where they will oversee multiple stores within a District.

Duties and Essential Job Functions Phase 1 and 2 as a Store Manager: - Recruit, select and retain qualified employees according to federal and state labor laws and company policies; make recommendations regarding employee pay rate and advancement - Provide proper training for employees; conduct performance evaluations; identify gaps for appropriate solutions and/or counseling, up to and including termination. - Ensure that the store is appropriately staffed and effectively opened and closed each day. Personally open the store a minimum of two times per week; personally close the store a minimum of two times per week. - Evaluate operating statements to identify business trends (including sales, profitability, and turn), expense control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors. - Ensure the financial integrity of the store through strict cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to stated company security practices and cash control procedures. - Provide superior customer service leadership. - Maintain a clean, well-organized store; facilitate a safe and secure working and shopping environment. - Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications; ensure employee compliance. - Partner with mentor District Manager to review store and district level reports, observe an inventory, cover upcoming changes, etc. - Complete store visits with Loss Prevention Manager. - Attend meetings and store visits with the Region Director on an as needed basis. Phase 3 as a Multi-Store Leader: - Recruit, select and retain qualified Store Managers according to federal and state labor laws and company policies - Provide effective leadership to Store Managers consistent with Dollar General''s mission and values. - Ensure adherence to Human Resources policies & practices throughout all stores - Drive annual sales growth that meets or exceeds company targets - Ensure tools are effectively utilized in each store and market, resulting in superior inventory presentation and management - Protect company assets through loss prevention and expense efficiencies - Provide consistent and effective communication of divisional and regional priorities to store teams - Attend meetings and district visits with the Regional Director on an as needed basis. - Attend DMT at the store support center upon successful completion of the DMC program

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. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.