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Full-Time Assistant Store Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $27.00 - $28.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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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 globally recognized retail company known for its commitment to providing high-quality groceries and exceptional customer service at affordable prices. Operating thousands of stores worldwide, ALDI focuses on efficiency, simplicity, and delivering value to its customers. Their stores offer a wide variety of food and household products, emphasizing fresh produce, organic options, and exclusive brands. As a leader in the grocery industry, ALDI is dedicated to fostering a positive work environment that encourages growth, respect, and teamwork among its employees.

The role of Assistant Store Manager at ALDI is a pivotal position that supports the direct leader in the day-to-day management of store operations. This full-time position offers an average of 38 hours per week with a starting wage of $27.00 per hour and a wage increase to $28.00 per hour in the second year. The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for supervising store activities, ensuring operational excellence, managing team schedules, and developing strategic action plans to improve store performance. This role also involves identifying opportunities for training and development, fostering employee growth, and maintaining high standards of customer service and store presentation. The Assistant Store Manager plays an integral role in communicating company values and strategies, managing inventory and stock levels, and addressing customer concerns effectively. This position demands a proactive leader who can inspire their team, uphold company policies, and ensure safety and cleanliness standards are met consistently. The Assistant Store Manager helps lead the store toward achieving business goals by monitoring competition, evaluating operational efficiency, and assisting in the recruitment process. This is a hands-on role requiring physical activity, including stocking merchandise and operating store equipment, ensuring the store runs smoothly and maintains an inviting shopping environment for customers.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • ability to provide and lead prompt and courteous customer service
  • ability to develop rapport and open communication with direct reports
  • ability to establish goals and guide employee performance
  • ability to understand and apply management principles
  • ability to operate cash register efficiently
  • ability to safely operate equipment such as electric/manual hand jack, floor scrubber, and cardboard baler
  • must perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation
  • ability to stock merchandise weighing up to 45 pounds
  • ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and walk
  • excellent organizational and multitasking skills
  • meet any state and local legal requirements for selling alcoholic beverages

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • minimum of 3 years of progressive retail experience
  • prior management experience preferred
  • ability to work independently and within a team environment
  • strong leadership and communication skills
  • ability to interpret and apply company policies
  • ability to evaluate and drive performance
  • knowledge of budgeting and personnel cost management
  • proficiency in operating cash registers
  • ability to safely operate store equipment
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • meets state and local requirements for handling 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 direct reports
  • identifies training and development opportunities for direct reports
  • understands and communicates company strategy and core values
  • monitors competitive environment and informs leadership of necessary adjustments
  • provides product feedback and recommendations
  • participates in interviewing store personnel
  • communicates weekly information and team milestones
  • ensures adherence to inventory procedures, product handling, and cash control policies
  • resolves operational customer concerns in the absence of direct leader
  • identifies and rectifies hazards and maintains store equipment
  • maintains store cleanliness and signage
  • assists with product ordering to maintain stock levels
  • merchandises products to maximize sales
  • ensures quality and accuracy of product signage
  • assists with payroll, budget, inventory counts, and training new employees
  • supervises daily team operations and escalates issues
  • ensures timely and effective completion of responsibilities
  • complies with company policies and confidentiality requirements
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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