Assistant Manager

Dollar Tree Stores

Assistant Store Manager role focused on store operations and customer service at Family Dollar in Mesa, Arizona. Involves team development and maintaining store standards.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeMesa • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service and communication skills while effectively managing store operations and maintaining a positive environment. Capable of training and supervising staff, ensuring compliance with company policies, and maintaining store standards.

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Store Management ExperienceCustomer Service SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Record KeepingCash Register OperationsMerchandise OrderingLoss PreventionOpening and Closing Procedures

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeamworkDecision-Making Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

RetailGroceryDrug StoreStore OperationsSafety Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with store functions and day-to-day store activities
Help customers in a positive, approachable manner and address any questions or concerns they may have
Help organize and transfer merchandise from delivery truck to stockroom to sales floor as needed
Perform opening and closing procedures as needed
Process all corporate directives including Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, Key Survey information requests and any additional communications related to store activities
Maintain promotional effectiveness of store-front fixtures and displays
Assist in ordering merchandise, processing damaged merchandise, record keeping (including payroll, scheduling, and cash register deposits and receipts), and loss prevention
Maintain areas of the store to company standards
Protect and secure all company assets, including store cash
Adhere to policies and procedures including safety guidelines
Help the Store Manager supervise, train, and develop Store Associates
Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment while maintaining professional and friendly interactions with customers, associates, and leaders
Responsible for maintaining cleanliness throughout the store

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
Store management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environment is preferred
Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height
Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are required
Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment is required
Exceptional customer service, organizational, and communication skills are required
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills are required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Assistance Program
Retirement plans
Educational Assistance
Medical insurance
Pharmacy insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance