High expectations with below average pay - werkgeversreview Assistant Manager bij Dollar Tree

2,0
2 jun 2011
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Pluspunten

Dollar Tree is a good place to work for if you are just starting out. If you do not have a criminal background then it will be easy to get hired (as long as they have an open position available)

Minpunten

One major draw back is the payscale. Most opening positions start out at minimum wage regardless of expierence and is also part time 10-15 hours a week. Assistant managers usually start out at under $10/hr. And even those are considered part time at 20-25 hours a week. The hardest job for the store manager to deal with is the lack of labor hours given to him/her to run the operations of the store. Store managers are required to work 47.5 hours a week (salary 35k-55k) but are often force to work 60 or more hours a week to make labor by cutting thier hourly emplyoees and working thier shifts instead.

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5,0
12 jun 2026
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Pluspunten

Good team and energy. Responsible people.

Minpunten

Low pay compared to others. Few hours.

3,0
1 jul 2026
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Pluspunten

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.

Minpunten

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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