Full-Time Assistant Store Manager

Downey, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $27.00 - $28.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee assistance program (EAP)

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 leading global grocery retailer known for its commitment to providing high-quality products at affordable prices. Founded in Germany and now operating in numerous countries worldwide, ALDI has earned a strong reputation for efficiency, simplicity, and customer satisfaction. The company focuses on delivering outstanding value through streamlined operations, carefully selected product assortments, and exceptional customer service. As a retail establishment, ALDI offers a wide range of grocery and household products, emphasizing fresh produce, organic options, and quality staples essential to everyday living. They are dedicated to building a culture of inclusion, opportunity, and advancement for their employees.

Joining ALDI as an Assistant Store Manager means stepping into a vital leadership role within the store's management team. This role is designed for hardworking, motivated individuals ready to contribute to the store’s success and growth by managing day-to-day operations closely alongside the store leader. The position is full-time, averaging 38 hours per week, with a competitive starting wage of $27.00 per hour, increasing to $28.00 per hour in the second year. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the direct leader in creating and implementing action plans aimed at improving store performance. Your leadership will involve establishing clear job responsibilities and performance expectations for your team, ensuring everyone works towards shared goals effectively. There is a strong focus on identifying training and development opportunities for staff, enabling the growth and enhancement of their skills.

Beyond managing team performance, this role requires a deep understanding of the overall company strategy and ALDI’s core values, which are essential in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. The Assistant Store Manager will monitor local competitive conditions and provide feedback on product offerings, ensuring the store maintains a competitive edge by recommending adjustments where necessary. Key responsibilities also include participating in hiring processes, ensuring compliance with inventory and cash control policies, resolving customer concerns, and maintaining store cleanliness and merchandising standards.

Physical demands are part of the role, including stocking merchandise, operating equipment safely, and maintaining proper ergonomics within the store environment. The position requires excellent communication skills, the ability to multitask effectively, and a strong focus on quality customer service.

Overall, the Assistant Store Manager role at ALDI offers a rewarding opportunity to lead a dynamic retail team, contribute to operational excellence, and be part of a company committed to employee growth and success. ALDI supports its employees with competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting its commitment to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Job Requirements

must be 18 years of age or older
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
minimum of 3 years 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 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 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