Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

About the Role

ALDI USA's Full-Time Store Manager Trainee program offers hands-on leadership experience to prepare individuals to run their own store. The role involves learning to manage operations, develop teams, and drive results while actively participating in daily store operations such as stocking, merchandising, customer service, and maintaining store standards. This position is suited for those who enjoy a fast-paced environment, taking ownership, and leading from the front.

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Estimated Hours: 45 hours per week
• Store Manager Trainee Starting Wage: $27.25 per hour
• Estimated Store Manager Earning Potential Year 1: $80,000-$95,500 (inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop store personnel by communicating job responsibilities and performance expectations.
• Develop and implement action plans to improve operating results using company-provided resources.
• Oversee the resolution of employee and customer concerns, aligning with the district manager.
• Interview candidates for store positions and provide recommendations.
• Manage personnel, including recommending advancements and terminations.
• Communicate, cooperate, and interact effectively with all levels of ALDI personnel, customers, third-party vendors, and business partners.
• Collaborate in resolving in-store issues to minimize potential liability.
• Lead, develop, and supervise the team to develop sales, engage teams, satisfy customers, and achieve high performance.
• Understand and oversee the execution of company strategy, communicating and modeling core values.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment and promote teamwork.
• Oversee and manage compliance with store policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Train and develop store personnel to achieve their maximum professional potential.
• Observe and evaluate employee work performance, providing feedback and coaching.
• Ensure store personnel comply with customer service guidelines and demonstrate appropriate interactions.
• Resolve concerns from store personnel and customers independently or escalate to the district manager.
• Model, communicate, and supervise compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure a safe working environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, promoting proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment.
• Prepare, manage, and revise weekly schedules.
• Ensure store personnel adhere to expense guidelines, inventory, product handling, and cash handling policies.
• Ensure store personnel maintain store zone and merchandising standards.
• Act to improve operational results and implement plans to achieve store KPI goals and budgets.
• Attend and participate in meetings such as district weekly operations calls, monthly one-to-ones, and training sessions.
• Plan and conduct meetings such as store team meetings, monthly management team meetings, and training sessions.

Physical Demands

• Required to sit, reach, grasp, stand, and move from one area to another.
• Required to place products weighing up to 45 pounds on shelves at various heights.
• Required to operate equipment such as electric and manual hand jacks, floor scrubber, and cardboard baler.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, hot and cold environments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication.
• Ability to work independently and within a team to provide effective leadership.
• Ability to understand and apply management principles.
• Ability to perform leadership and administrative duties.
• Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability to operate all store equipment and perform operational tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to facilitate group involvement during meetings.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete activities.
• Ability to establish and execute plans and goals.
• Ability to use ALDI-provided technology as required.
• May be required to handle and sell alcoholic beverages.
• May be required to obtain a ServSafe certification or other applicable state/local certifications.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in a retail environment.
• Prior management experience.

Travel

• Full-Time Store Manager Trainees will train at multiple locations and must have flexibility to travel within divisional requirements.