Field Specialist

Field Specialist – Emerging Store Leader

Join Family Dollar as a Field Specialist and help build a welcoming environment for everyone while preparing for a future Store Manager role.

As an Emerging Store Leader, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the daily smooth operations of our stores within your assigned locations. You’ll develop your leadership skills, collaborate with multiple teams, and prepare for the next step in your career.

• Work with the Store Manager to ensure that store operating procedures and processes follow company standards and assist with retraining associates as needed.
• Assist with staffing audits, store processes, and asset protection functions and provide input on operational efficiency and process compliance.
• Champion exceptional customer service and foster a positive, team‑oriented environment.
• Provide support in inventory preparation and Door‑to‑Shelf functions.
• Offer flexible support for daily operations at assigned stores, including store recovery, PTO/LOA coverage, and special projects.
• Assist the Store Manager in store office setup, maintaining clipboard or logbook, and other supervisory tasks as requested.
• Travel up to 50% of the time to support store operations.
• Other duties as assigned by District Manager or Regional Director.

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred). Ability to read, interpret, and explain operational directives is required.
• Store management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environment is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height and meet the demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work a flexible, full‑time schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Exceptional customer service, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong relationship management skills.

• Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement plans with matching contributions.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Educational Assistance.
• Access to Perk Spot, an employee discount platform for goods and services.
• Other benefits and rewards that support health, wealth, and mental well‑being.

Family Dollar is about more than delivering value. It’s about making a difference in our customers’ lives and exceeding their expectations – and we do that every day. We are equally committed to our associates, who drive change in the communities we serve. Join us and help write that success story.

Location: 461 Passaic St., Hackensack, New Jersey

Employment Type: Full‑time

Seniority Level: Internship