OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree - Twin Falls, ID

Full-time - Entry Level

Twin Falls, ID

General Merchandise Retailers

About the position

The Operations Assistant Manager at Dollar Tree is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in all operational tasks within the store, with a primary focus on front-end and sales floor operations. This role involves assisting in the hiring, training, and development of store associates, ensuring compliance with company policies, and maintaining a professional environment for both customers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities as directed by the Store Manager
• Perform all opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager
• Assist the Store Manager in protecting and securing all company assets, including store cash
• Adhere to all policies and procedures including safety guidelines
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates and supervisors
• Maintain all areas of the store, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards to include recovery
• Direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly Associates when the Store Manager is not on the premises
• Process all SSC Corporate directives including Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, Key Survey information requests and any additional communications related to store activities as delegated by the Store Manager
• Assist the Store Manager on the receipt and return of DSD merchandise
• Follow the VIP and DSD Policies and Procedures
• Assist the Store Manager in ensuring proper staffing coverage on a daily basis
• Assist the Store Manager in ensuring that the sales floor is sales effective on a daily basis
• Manage cashiering activities to ensure all company cash handling practices & guidelines are followed at all times by all Associates
• Ensure promotional effectiveness of store-front fixtures and displays
• Assist in the management of sales effectiveness of seasonal areas in the store
• Coordinate appropriate signage utilized in the store
• Process damaged merchandise on a daily basis
• Assist Store Manager with creation of weekly schedules
• Assist in the management of store supplies and expense control
• Assist with merchandising and maintaining the checkout area to maximize impulse sales

Requirements

• Experience in retail operations or management
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Ability to train and develop team members
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and policies
• Ability to adhere to safety guidelines and company policies

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with inventory management systems
• Customer service experience
• Ability to work flexible hours

Benefits

• Generous benefits
• Flexible work schedules
• Ability to work today and get paid tomorrow