Merchandising Assistant Manager

Dollar Tree Stores

. Assist the Store Manager with leading a dynamic team of associates .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeFresno • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills while effectively managing store operations, merchandising, and team dynamics. Capable of maintaining a safe and organized environment while adhering to company policies and productivity standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail Management ExperienceStrong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipMerchandising SkillsPhysical Stamina

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

MerchandisingFreight ProcessingStock ManagementSales Floor MaintenanceOpening and Closing Procedures

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationTeam CollaborationCustomer Service

Industry Keywords

RetailStore OperationsSafety GuidelinesProductivity StandardsDSD Merchandise

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Store Manager with leading a dynamic team of associates
Focus on merchandising and processing freight
Assist with all store functions and day-to-day activities
Perform opening and closing procedures as needed
Protect and secure company assets, including store cash
Adhere to policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
Maintain the stockroom and sales floor to company standards
Process corporate directives and communications related to store activities
Maintain store cleanliness, including bathrooms, floors, trash, and general presentation
Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment for customers, associates, and leaders
Process receipt and return of DSD merchandise
Manage freight flow according to productivity standards
Order and stock merchandise, including frozen and refrigerated goods
Ensure the sales floor is sales-effective
Plan, merchandise, and maintain Clip Strips and Power Panels with sales-effective items
Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior retail and management experience is preferred
Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are required
Must be able to lift between 30 and 50 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height
Must meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Pharmacy insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off
Retirement plans with matching contributions
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Educational Assistance
Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities