Fast paced and ever changing environment with average compensation for work expectations. - Store Manager Dollar Tree Employee Review

3.0
17 Mar 2011
Recommend
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Pros

As a manager, you have the ability through agressive ordering and creative merchandising to have a strong impact on sales.

Cons

The labor budget constraints don't allow for sufficient coverage of store. The customers shop the store with no regard for its cleanliness, opening and breaking many products and allowing children to run around unsupervised.

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5.0
3 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible schedule and a great team

Cons

If you have a criminal background you can't move up with the company.

3.0
16 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

I enjoyed working at Dollar Tree because it allowed me to lead a team, help develop associates, and make a difference in my store. I liked the fast-paced environment and the variety of challenges that came with running daily operations. The experience helped me grow as a manager, strengthen my problem-solving skills, and build great relationships with both my team and customers.

Cons

The biggest challenges were limited staffing, heavy workloads, and a lack of support from the district level when issues arose. PTO requests were often denied due to business needs, which made it difficult to achieve a good work-life balance. While these challenges could be frustrating at times.

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