Full-Time Assistant Store Manager

Huntsville, AL, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $24.00 - $25.00

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

accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Job Description

ALDI is a leading global discount supermarket chain known for providing high-quality products at affordable prices. Founded in Germany, ALDI has expanded internationally and operates numerous stores in various countries, becoming a trusted name in retail grocery. The company prides itself on efficient operations, customer satisfaction, and a strong company culture that emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and community engagement. ALDI prioritizes employee development and maintains competitive wage structures and robust benefits packages that foster growth and job satisfaction. Their stores deliver a streamlined shopping experience focusing on essential products to meet the evolving needs of customers.

Joining ALDI as an Assistant Store Manager places you in a vital leadership role where you support the direct store leader to manage daily store operations efficiently. This full-time position requires approximately 38 hours per week with a starting wage of $24.00 per hour, increasing to $25.00 per hour in the second year. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will be involved in supervising store activities, managing schedules, and ensuring the store meets performance and operational goals. You will develop and implement action plans to improve store results and identify training opportunities that support the growth and improvement of your team. This role demands proactive communication, leadership, and a deep understanding of store management principles including budgeting, inventory control, customer service, and compliance.

The role calls for identifying training needs within the team, providing guidance to direct reports to achieve high performance while embodying ALDI's core values which promote unity and cooperative work environment. You will monitor local competition and community trends to maintain competitiveness, provide insightful product feedback, and participate in staffing. Key operational responsibilities include maintaining inventory standards, managing cash control, ensuring proper product merchandising and signage, and resolving customer issues effectively. Physical duties include stocking shelves and maintaining overall store cleanliness and safety.

Candidates for this position should exhibit strong leadership and organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Your performance will directly impact team morale, store efficiency, and customer satisfaction metrics. ALDI values employees who embrace their core principles and strive to exceed business expectations while fostering a positive work environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career in retail management with an established and respected retail brand.

Job Requirements

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

Job Qualifications

You must be 18 years of age or older to be employed
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