run for the hills - Store Manager Dollar Tree Employee Review

1.0
19 Dec 2025
Recommend
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Pros

The training experience was excellent. Having a trainer who is well-respected by the employees made a significant difference. Although the first District Manager was not present due to a job transition, the new District Manager was very optimistic, bright, and engaging. I wish him the best in his future endeavors.

Cons

I was promised a store with a clean back room; however, upon arrival, the back room was completely full with a large number of small boxes, and the sales floor was not welcoming for customers. The employees were very unwelcoming and believed they were the ones keeping the store afloat, but with the store continuing to lose money, the situation appeared to be a lost cause. The only exception was the stocking associate, who was welcoming and a very kind individual. I ultimately decided to resign due to the excessive work hours, as during my final week I worked six days totaling over 70 hours.

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5.0
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Pros

Good part time job while in college

Cons

Not allowed to sit or read during shift

3.0
1 Jul 2026
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Pros

Working at Dollar Tree provided valuable hands-on leadership experience across every aspect of retail operations. I strengthened my skills in inventory management, merchandising, freight planning, staffing, customer service, compliance, and operational execution. The fast-paced environment challenged me to think quickly, prioritize effectively, and develop my team while delivering results. The relationships I built with my associates and customers were by far the most rewarding part of the job.

Cons

The workload often exceeded the labor hours provided, making it challenging to consistently meet operational expectations. Store managers were frequently expected to handle multiple responsibilities while working with lean staffing levels. Facility and equipment issues sometimes took longer than expected to resolve, and support from upper management could be inconsistent. While the job offered valuable experience, maintaining work-life balance could be difficult during peak freight and seasonal periods.

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