OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Principal Duties and 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, including recovery. When the Store Manager is not on the premises, direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly Associates. 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. Assist in the management of cashiering activities to ensure all company cash handling practices & guidelines are followed at all times by all Associates. Promote 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. Assist with the receipt and return of DSD merchandise. 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. Ensure coolers and store‑front program racks/displays are refilled daily (balloon program, sunglasses, batteries, etc.). Assist with the management of the Drive Item program. Minimum Requirements / Qualifications Prefer prior retail and management experience. Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills. Ability to lift, bend and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to work in a high energy team environment. Benefits Health and welfare programs including medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision. Employee Assistance Program. Paid Time Off. Retirement Plans. Employee Stock Purchase Program. Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr