Family Dollar

About Us

In 1959, a 22-year-old entrepreneur named Leon Levine opened the first Family Dollar store in Charlotte, North Carolina. From that humble beginning, his vision and leadership grew Family Dollar into what it is today a Fortune 500 Company consisting of over 5,600 stores and eight distribution centers, with annual sales exceeding $5 billion and net income of over $260 million. With plans to open 500-560 new stores this fiscal year, we are financially strong, stable, and growing to meet the needs of our customers. Operating in 44 states, our no frills, low overhead, relatively small self-service stores are conveniently located close to the neighborhoods of our growing customer base as well as our workforce. When Mr. Levine retired in 2003, his son Howard succeeded him as Chairman and CEO, keeping this multi-billion dollar company in the family.

As one of the fastest growing discount retail store chains in the United States, Family Dollar is currently seeking qualified associates to join our family. We have more than 5,900 stores located in 44 states and nine major distribution centers, supported by home office management and administrative teams.

Our Mission

Family Dollar's mission statement addresses the three most important relationships critical to making our business successful, our partnerships with our customers, our Associates, and our investors.

For Our Customers - A compelling place to shop…by providing convenience and low prices;

For Our Associates - A compelling place to work…by providing exceptional opportunities and rewards for achievement;

For Our Investors - A compelling place to invest…by providing outstanding returns. Family Dollar recognizes and respects the value of each of these partnerships.

Our Opportunities

In today's challenging economy, you may think rewarding careers in retail aren't possible. Think again! Family Dollar Stores, Inc., one of the fastest growing discount store chains in the nation, invites you to grow your career with us as we continue our rapid expansion into existing and new markets. Family Dollar's commitment to providing value to our customers while implementing new strategies to improve our business has resulted in year after year of sales and earnings increases. Keep reading to find out why we are successful even in a challenging economy and why we are growing at an exceptional pace when others in our industry are shutting down and cutting back.

Our Associates

Howard Levine, Family Dollar's Chairman and CEO, says Family Dollar Associates are the foundation of our Company. Of course, our most significant investment is in the success of our Associates. We recruit train, motivate and retain highly qualified Associates, allowing us to offer our Associates not just jobs, but attractive careers in a rapidly expanding, profitable Company.

Our Benefits

We need dedicated Associates to support our Company's explosive growth.
Family Dollar Associate Benefits:

  • Paid Holiday, Sick and Vacation Days
  • Pre-tax Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Benefits
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Military and Bereavement Leave
  • Service Awards
  • Training Programs
  • Excellent Growth Potential

Diversity

We value diversity in our workforce. Many women and minority Associates are true Family Dollar success stories, choosing to build long term, fulfilling careers with us. As Family Dollar grows, your opportunity for personal growth within our Company grows as well. In fact, Family Dollar prefers to promote from within rather than going outside the Company to fill positions. Each of our three divisions -- Store Operations, Distribution Centers and Home Office Support Center offers comprehensive training programs for hourly and management positions to develop the skills and knowledge needed to promote to the next level. The opportunity for advancement up the career ladder has never been greater than right now.

Are you ready to join Family Dollar's family? Family Dollar is ready for you!

Learn more at http://www.familydollar.com