Citing sources familiar with the matter, Reuters noted that the company has begun talking to headhunting firms and already is considering candidates — including Dollar General COO Jeff Owens.
Dollar General is hosting in-store collection events and providing $485,000 in donations to benefit local toy drives, including the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The retailer announced plans to award approximately $50 million in additional appreciation bonuses to eligible front-line employees in the fourth quarter.
On Nov. 13, Dollar General will host a pre-holiday sales event at its stores and online that features discounts on such items as holiday décor, health and beauty items, and food essentials.
The discount retailer has promoted company veteran Emily Taylor, who formerly served as senior vice president of channel innovation, to executive vice president and chief merchandising officer.
Dollar General is donating $50,000 to the American Red Cross’ Hurricane Laura relief and recovery efforts, and accepting in-store donations through Sept. 11.