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Company: Dollar General
Location: Goodlettsville, TN
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Retail, Wholesale, Apparel
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Job Details General Summary:

Partner and assist the Buyer in the selection, flow and merchandising of products that will provide Dollar General's customer with a better life, and our shareholders with a superior investment. Facilitate the internal and external partnerships that allow Dollar General to serve others by being a customer driven distributor of consumable basics.


Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Coordinates the flow of merchandise through daily communication with vendors and the distribution, transportation and reorder departments.
    • 45%
  • Evaluate and report on the performance of products.
    • 10%
  • Assists in sales planning and short and long term forecasting.
    • 10%
  • Assists buyer in selecting merchandise that will create value and excitement for our customer and impact overall company success.
    • 10%
  • Assists buyer in merchandising the products selected through plan-o-gramming and in-store communications.
    • 10%
  • Develop an in-depth knowledge of the market by visiting competition, trade shows and manufacturing facilities.
    • 10%
  • Maintain positive relationships with our teamshare partners by visiting stores on a bi-monthly basis.

    • Job Qualifications
    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with our internal and external partners in order to produce positive results.
    • (Communication Skill)
  • Ability to analyze and interpret budget, sales, market and consumer data to select products and measure performance.
    • (Analytical Skill)
  • Ability to learn the dynamics of negotiation and the interpersonal skills required to achieve Dollar General's goals.
  • Ability to develop an understanding of the market and our customer's basic needs in order to generate an assortment that is a fit for our niche.
  • Ability to make decisions in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining an enthusiastic sense of mission.
  • Ability to create a team environment by assisting others in the decision making process while facilitating their creative abilities.
    • Work Experience &/or Education:

    3 to 5 years in merchandising and/or applicable retail experience. A college degree and buying experience preferred.


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