Assistant Manager Trainee
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onKansas State Capitol, 300, Southwest 10th Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66612, United States
About the Role
We are seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Topeka, Kansas, to support store operations, elevate customer service, and foster team development. In this role, you will partner closely with the Store Manager to ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment for both associates and customers.
Your day will involve a dynamic mix of operational leadership and hands-on support. You will help organize merchandise transfers from delivery trucks to the sales floor, maintain seasonal areas, and ensure store-front fixtures and displays remain effective. From processing corporate directives to managing payroll and loss prevention, you will be instrumental in keeping the store running smoothly. Additionally, you will play a key part in supervising, training, and developing Store Associates, ensuring everyone adheres to company policies and safety guidelines.
Hiring Process
Interested candidates should apply directly through our careers portal. The selection process typically involves an initial screening followed by an interview with the Store Manager and regional leadership to discuss operational experience and team fit.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Kansas State Capitol, 300, Southwest 10th Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66612, United States
Topeka, Kansas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist with store functions and day-to-day store activities
- check_circleHelp customers in a positive, approachable manner and address questions or concerns
- check_circleOrganize and transfer merchandise from delivery truck to stockroom and sales floor
- check_circlePerform opening and closing procedures for the store
- check_circleMaintain promotional effectiveness of store-front fixtures and displays
- check_circleProtect and secure company assets including store cash and adhere to safety guidelines
- check_circleMaintain store cleanliness by cleaning bathrooms, sweeping floors, and taking out trash
- check_circleProcess corporate directives including Pull and Hold, Task Compliance, and Key Survey requests
- check_circleSupervise, train, and develop Store Associates under the Store Manager
- check_circleAssist in ordering merchandise, processing damaged goods, and maintaining payroll and cash records
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred
- verifiedAbility to read, interpret, and explain operational directives required
- verifiedStore management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environment preferred
- verifiedMust be able to lift up to 55 lbs
- verifiedStrong communication, interpersonal, and written skills required
- verifiedAbility to work in a high-energy, team environment required
- verifiedExceptional customer service, organizational, and communication skills required
- verifiedStrong problem solving and decision-making skills required
Nice to Have
High school diploma or equivalent. Store management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environment.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleEmployee Assistance Programcheck_circleRetirement planscheck_circleEducational Assistance
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Skills, education and keywords
Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Assistant Manager Trainee at Dollar Tree Stores
What does a Assistant Manager Trainee at Dollar Tree Stores do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Assistant Manager Trainee at Dollar Tree Stores will assist with store functions and day-to-day store activities; help customers in a positive, approachable manner and address questions or concerns; organize and transfer merchandise from delivery truck to stockroom and sales floor; and perform opening and closing procedures for the store.
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To qualify for the Assistant Manager Trainee at Dollar Tree Stores position, applicants should have: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Ability to read, interpret, and explain operational directives required; Store management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environment preferred; Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs; Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills required; and Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment required.
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Assistant Manager Trainee at Dollar Tree Stores is based in Kansas State Capitol, 300, Southwest 10th Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66612, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Dollar Tree Stores has listed this Assistant Manager Trainee role as on-site.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
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Assistant Manager Trainee at Dollar Tree Stores is part of the retail job category on Recrutus.