Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $26.50 - $27.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k) Plan
Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
Employee assistance program
PerkSpot National Discount Program
Medical insurance
prescription insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Generous vacation time
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
paid caregiver leave
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
AD&D insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Job Description
ALDI is a renowned global grocery retailer known for its commitment to high-quality products at affordable prices, efficient store layouts, and exceptional customer service. Established over 40 years ago, ALDI operates thousands of stores worldwide, providing fresh produce, meats, groceries, and household essentials. The company values teamwork, innovation, and community involvement, striving to create a rewarding shopping experience and a supportive work environment for its employees. ALDI is recognized for its dedication to sustainability and local sourcing whenever possible, along with maintaining competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent in the retail industry.
The role of Assistant Store Manager at ALDI is a full-time position designed for proactive leaders passionate about retail management and customer satisfaction. Working approximately 38 hours per week, the position offers a starting wage of $26.50 per hour with a planned increase to $27.50 per hour in the second year of employment. This role involves assisting the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations, ensuring the store meets performance goals, and fostering a positive work culture. The Assistant Store Manager plays a crucial part in supervising and developing staff, implementing operational plans, and maintaining inventory and store standards.
Key responsibilities include supporting the development of action plans to enhance operational results, communicating job expectations clearly with team members, identifying training needs to boost team performance, and promoting ALDI's core values and strategic goals within the store. This leadership role also requires monitoring the competitive market to advise on inventory adjustments, participating in the recruitment process, managing customer service challenges when the Store Manager is unavailable, and ensuring compliance with company policies related to inventory handling, cash control, and store safety.
The Assistant Store Manager must also maintain store cleanliness, manage product merchandising to maximize sales, and oversee the quality and freshness of items. The position demands hands-on involvement with stock management, payroll adherence, and loss prevention measures. Additionally, the role requires physical capability to handle merchandise weighing up to 45 pounds and perform a range of movements such as bending, lifting, and walking throughout the store. This position embodies a blend of leadership, operational management, and frontline retail work, making it ideal for candidates seeking growth in retail career paths with a reputable employer.
ALDI emphasizes equal opportunity employment and provides a supportive work environment that respects diversity and inclusivity. Candidates joining ALDI can expect competitive wages, comprehensive benefits including health insurance options, retirement savings plans with company matching, paid parental and caregiver leave, and professional development opportunities. The Assistant Store Manager position offers a unique chance to develop management skills while contributing directly to the success of one of the world's leading grocery retailers. ALDI's commitment to employee growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction makes this a promising opportunity for motivated retail professionals.
The role of Assistant Store Manager at ALDI is a full-time position designed for proactive leaders passionate about retail management and customer satisfaction. Working approximately 38 hours per week, the position offers a starting wage of $26.50 per hour with a planned increase to $27.50 per hour in the second year of employment. This role involves assisting the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations, ensuring the store meets performance goals, and fostering a positive work culture. The Assistant Store Manager plays a crucial part in supervising and developing staff, implementing operational plans, and maintaining inventory and store standards.
Key responsibilities include supporting the development of action plans to enhance operational results, communicating job expectations clearly with team members, identifying training needs to boost team performance, and promoting ALDI's core values and strategic goals within the store. This leadership role also requires monitoring the competitive market to advise on inventory adjustments, participating in the recruitment process, managing customer service challenges when the Store Manager is unavailable, and ensuring compliance with company policies related to inventory handling, cash control, and store safety.
The Assistant Store Manager must also maintain store cleanliness, manage product merchandising to maximize sales, and oversee the quality and freshness of items. The position demands hands-on involvement with stock management, payroll adherence, and loss prevention measures. Additionally, the role requires physical capability to handle merchandise weighing up to 45 pounds and perform a range of movements such as bending, lifting, and walking throughout the store. This position embodies a blend of leadership, operational management, and frontline retail work, making it ideal for candidates seeking growth in retail career paths with a reputable employer.
ALDI emphasizes equal opportunity employment and provides a supportive work environment that respects diversity and inclusivity. Candidates joining ALDI can expect competitive wages, comprehensive benefits including health insurance options, retirement savings plans with company matching, paid parental and caregiver leave, and professional development opportunities. The Assistant Store Manager position offers a unique chance to develop management skills while contributing directly to the success of one of the world's leading grocery retailers. ALDI's commitment to employee growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction makes this a promising opportunity for motivated retail professionals.
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older to be employed for this role at ALDI
- high school diploma or equivalent preferred
- a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a retail environment
- prior management experience preferred
- ability to work both independently and within a team environment
- ability to provide and lead others to provide prompt and courteous customer service
- ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of direct reports
- ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures
- ability to establish goals, guide employee performance to ensure quality and completion of work assignments
- ability to evaluate and drive performance of self and others
- ability to understand and apply management principles concerning budgeting, personnel costs, and expenses
- ability to operate a cash register efficiently and accurately
- ability to safely and properly operate equipment including electric/manual hand jack, floor scrubber, and cardboard baler and perform general cleaning duties to company standards
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional and efficient manner, following instructions and attention to detail
- meets any state and local requirements for handling and selling alcoholic beverages
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a retail environment
- a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge
- prior management experience preferred
- ability to work both independently and within a team environment
- ability to provide and lead others to provide prompt and courteous customer service
- ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of direct reports
- ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures
- ability to establish goals, guide employee performance to ensure the quality and completion of work assignments
- ability to evaluate and drive performance of self and others
- ability to understand and apply management principles concerning budgeting, personnel costs, and expenses
- ability to operate a cash register efficiently and accurately
- ability to safely and properly operate equipment including electric/manual hand jack, floor scrubber, and cardboard baler and perform general cleaning duties to company standards
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional and efficient manner, following instructions and giving attention to detail
- meets any state and local requirements for handling and selling alcoholic beverages
Job Duties
- Assists the direct leader with developing and implementing action plans to improve operating results
- establishes and communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to their direct reports to ensure mutual understanding and desired results
- identifies training and development opportunities that will assist their direct reports in achieving enhanced performance
- understands the overarching company strategy as well as communicates and models the core values of the organization to create a sense of teamwork and membership among employees
- monitors the competitive environment within the community and informs the direct leader regarding adjustments necessary to maintain the company’s competitive position
- provides product feedback to the direct leader including making recommendations regarding new items to carry or those that should be discontinued
- participates in the interviewing process for store personnel
- communicates information including weekly information, major team milestones, developments, and concerns
- ensures store personnel adhere to inventory procedures, product handling guidelines, and cash control policies to minimize losses
- ensures an appropriate resolution of operational customer concerns in their direct leader’s absence
- identifies and rectifies hazards, ensuring proper ergonomics and maintaining store equipment in proper working order
- maintains store cleanliness standards and proper store signage at all times
- assists the direct leader with maintaining proper stock levels through appropriate product ordering
- merchandises product neatly to maximize sales
- ensures the quality and freshness of products for sale and accuracy of product signage
- assists their direct leader with achieving the store payroll and total loss budget, inventory counts, and training new employees
- supervises the day-to-day operations of their team, escalating issues to the appropriate level of support and or leadership when necessary
- ensures direct reports complete assigned responsibilities in a timely and effective manner to provide the highest level of customer service for the business
- complies with all established company policies and procedures while upholding the security and confidentiality of documents and data
- other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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