The District Manager is responsible for the profit and loss of the assigned
district, while acting within the scope of Company objectives and policies to
accomplish goals.
Job Responsibility
Oversee/Ensure:
• A culture that fosters Dollar General’s brand.
• Consistent administration of human resources policies & practices.
• Exceptional customer service through the development of fun and friendly
stores.
• Annual sales growth that meets or exceeds Company targets through exceptional
operations and efficient flow processes.
• Superior visual merchandising presentation, product management and
signing/pricing execution in each store.
• Effective planning and execution of Company objectives.
• Maximization of performance & productivity through Store Managers’ commitment
to sensible store scheduling.
• Development of Store Manager through proactive recruitment, selection and
training of team members.
• Protection of Company assets through loss prevention and expense efficiencies.
• Identifying and developing new business opportunities within operational areas
(i.e., distribution flow improvements, merchandising display efforts, store
growth and real estate site selection, recruiting strategy, training and
development priorities, employee relations, customer experience, systems
implementation, etc.).
• Consistent and effective communication of Company priorities to store teams.
• Training and development to create strong visual merchandising presentations
and product placements.
• Utilizing technology to train and develop strong communication avenues to keep
teams informed of operational tasks.
• Develop Store Managers to ensure consistent execution of Dollar General
expectations to provide exceptionally clean and organized stores for our
customers and teams.
• Inclusive and on-going Company recognition programs are in place that foster a
fun and rewarding environment for team members.
Working Conditions
• Requires weekly travel in a Company-provided vehicle with limited overnight
stays.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling.
• Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanner,
pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, and
U-boats (six-wheel carts).
• Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55
pounds.
• Occasional climbing using ladder up to heights of six feet.
• Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level.
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to slippery floor surfaces.
• May be exposed to extreme cold in freezers.
Job Qualifications
• Demonstrated results-oriented leadership including the ability to model total
development and serve as a steward of Dollar General’s mission and values.
• Demonstrated record of achieving performance goals and objectives.
• Proficient financial analysis skills to interpret operating statements and
other financial reporting data, manage budgets, and control inventory.
• Demonstrated ability to produce desired results by leveraging resources,
maintaining tough expense control, managing merchandise effectively, and
defining and communicating clear expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
while demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills including a willingness to
consistently provide superior customer service, the ability to react
appropriately under pressure, and the ability to apply good judgment in
ambiguous situations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work in collaboration with team to achieve
objectives in a participative management style.
Education/Experience
• Four+ years retail management experience with progressively more
responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery or convenience
store operations with full P&L responsibility.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• “Big-box” retail management and/or equivalent education and experience
combination will be considered.
License/Certification Required
Valid driver's license