District Manager

We’re seeking a District Manager to join our team to lead at least 15 store teams across the assigned area. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Drive the success and profitability of stores while ensuring outstanding customer service and a safe, compliant work environment

Oversee the execution of merchandising, operations, and expense control programs

Lead, coach, and mentor store managers to meet and exceed business objectives

Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, promoting teamwork and open communication

Source, recruit, hire, and develop store managers within the district to build a high-performing team

Drive sales, profitability, and expense management to meet company goals, as well as develop and fulfill short- and long-term objectives

Implement established processes and programs, ensuring operational consistency across the district

Promote a culture of safety and compliance, conducting regular audits as needed

Manage operational budgets and optimize store performance

Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment while maintaining professional and friendly interactions with customers, associates, and leaders

Champion a customer-first mindset across the district, setting high and consistent standards

Travel up to 50% of the time with occasional overnight stays to support and oversee store operations across the district

Skills and Experience:


High School diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred

Valid Driver’s License is required

At least 5 years retail experience with at least 2 years of multi-store experience is required

Strong leadership and motivational skills along with the ability to build an effective team is required

Ability to analyze, organize and present information and focus on results is required

Strong business acumen and communication skill are required

Human resources and asset protection skills

Excellent customer service skills

Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Process management skills

Ability to work in Microsoft Office is required 


Ability to regularly lift up to 55 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height is required

Ability to handle frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting

Perks and Benefits: We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer:

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans

Educational Assistance

And much more!

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which appear in the job description for this position, and which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Family Dollar. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.

Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Family Dollar is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. Full timeDavenport, IowaFLDIAFamily Dollar

We are required to obtain specialized licenses for those of our stores that sell alcohol and/or tobacco. As a manager, you may be required by the local jurisdiction where a store is situated to provide certain detailed background information necessary to obtain a license to sell alcoholic beverages / tobacco products. Failure to comply and/or qualify for such license can lead to demotion or separation of employment.