Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Louisville, KY, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $27.25 - $1.00

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 supermarket chain known for its commitment to providing high-quality products at affordable prices. With rapid expansion across the United States, ALDI has firmly established itself as a dominant player in the retail grocery sector. The company prides itself on simplicity, consistency, and responsibility, creating an environment that encourages employees to thrive while delivering outstanding customer service. ALDI's model emphasizes operational efficiency and a no-frills approach that benefits customers and employees alike, focusing on sustainability and community values across its stores.

The Store Manager Trainee program at ALDI is designed for passionate and driven individuals who aspire to lead their own store and advance their career in retail management. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to develop essential leadership skills, operational expertise, and business acumen through comprehensive training and hands-on experience. Store Manager Trainees collaborate with experienced leaders to learn the full scope of store management, including team leadership, sales growth, customer service excellence, and operational compliance. The role entails guiding a store team to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, achieving sales targets, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.

As a trainee, candidates will participate in a structured program that involves learning to manage store operations, oversee personnel, handle product and cash management, and maintain safety and merchandising standards. With an estimated starting wage of $27.25 per hour and a potential first-year earning up to $97,500 (inclusive of salary and bonus), this position offers attractive compensation aligned with growth opportunities. Trainees should expect to work approximately 45 hours per week and be willing to travel as needed within divisional requirements.

This position involves dynamic responsibilities such as training and developing store staff, managing employee relations, ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations, and using company technology for operations. The Store Manager Trainee plays a critical role in communicating ALDI’s core values to the team and customers, creating an environment that supports teamwork, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Candidates with prior retail and management experience who possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills will find this role rewarding and challenging.

Overall, ALDI’s Store Manager Trainee program is an excellent opportunity for individuals motivated by leadership, problem-solving, and delivering value in a fast-paced retail setting. ALDI’s commitment to equal opportunity and employee development ensures a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace for all. This role is not only a stepping stone to becoming a full-fledged store manager but also a gateway to a long-term career with one of the most respected retail companies in the market.

Job Requirements

At least 18 years old required
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior experience in a retail environment and prior management experience
ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the performance of direct reports
ability to work independently and within a team to provide effective leadership of store personnel and achieve planned results
ability to understand and apply management principles to achieve the store's goals and compliance expectations
ability to perform leadership and administrative duties
ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service
ability to operate all store equipment such as cash registers, floor scrubber, cardboard baler, pallet jacks, handheld devices, computers, etc., and to perform all operational tasks effectively and efficiently to the standard
ability to facilitate group involvement when conducting meetings
develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties
ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures
ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
ability to organize, prioritize and complete activities to maximize the total time available
ability to establish and successfully execute plans and goals
ability to use ALDI-provided technology as required
may be required to handle and sell alcoholic beverages and meet any state and local requirements for handling and selling of alcoholic beverages
may be required to obtain a ServSafe certification or other applicable state/local certifications to ensure compliance with food safety regulations

Job Qualifications

Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the performance of direct reports
ability to work independently and within a team to provide effective leadership of store personnel and achieve planned results
ability to understand and apply management principles to achieve the store's goals and compliance expectations
ability to perform leadership and administrative duties
ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service
ability to operate all store equipment such as cash registers, floor scrubber, cardboard baler, pallet jacks, handheld devices, computers, etc., and to perform all operational tasks effectively and efficiently to the standard
ability to facilitate group involvement when conducting meetings
develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties
ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures
ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
ability to organize, prioritize and complete activities to maximize the total time available
ability to establish and successfully execute plans and goals
ability to use ALDI-provided technology as required
may be required to handle and sell alcoholic beverages and meet any state and local requirements for handling and selling of alcoholic beverages
may be required to obtain a ServSafe certification or other applicable state/local certifications to ensure compliance with food safety regulations

Job Duties

Communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports to ensure desired results
leads and develops store personnel
develops and implements action plans using company provided resources to improve operating results
oversees the appropriate resolution of employee and customer concerns, aligning with the district manager, as needed
interviews candidates for store positions and provides recommendations to the district manager
manages personnel, including recommending personnel for advancement and termination as appropriate
communicates, cooperates, and interacts effectively with all levels of ALDI personnel, customers, third-party vendors and business partners
collaborates in the resolution of any issues that arise within the store to minimize potential liability for the division and the company
leads, develops, and supervises the team to develop sales, engage our teams, satisfy our customers and achieve consistent high performance
understands and oversees the execution of the overarching company strategy while communicating and modeling the core values of the organization
fosters a positive and collaborative working environment and promotes teamwork among employees
oversees and manages compliance with policies and procedures within the store, as well as applicable federal, state, and local regulations
trains and develops store personnel to achieve their maximum professional potential, using appropriate training materials
observes and evaluates employees’ work performance and provides feedback and coaching as appropriate
ensures store personnel comply with the company customer services guidelines and demonstrate appropriate interactions with customers and co-workers
resolve concerns from store personnel and customers independently and/or escalates concerns to the district manager as necessary
models, communicates and supervises compliance with company policies and procedures
ensures a safe working environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, promoting proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order
prepares, manages and revises weekly schedules to ensure accuracy
ensures store personnel adhere to expense guidelines, inventory procedures, product handling, and cash handling policies to minimize losses
ensures store personnel maintain store zone standards and merchandising standards at all times
acts to improve operational results and implements personnel and operational plans to achieve store KPI goals and budgets
attends and participates in meetings such as district weekly operations calls, monthly one-to-ones and training sessions
plans and conducts meetings such as store team meetings, monthly management team meetings, training sessions, and other company-related events or meetings