Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Baltimore, MD, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $31.75 - $1.00

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 supermarket chain known for its commitment to simplicity, quality, and value. With a robust presence and rapid expansion in the United States, ALDI stores emphasize delivering outstanding customer service, operational efficiency, and a rewarding shopping experience. The company’s culture is built on core values such as consistency, responsibility, and customer satisfaction, making it a trusted destination for everyday groceries. As ALDI continues to grow, it offers numerous opportunities for career advancement in retail management, supported by comprehensive training programs and a supportive work environment.

The Store Manager Trainee role at ALDI is an exciting full-time position designed to cultivate future retail leaders. This position entails developing the essential skills and knowledge required to manage a store effectively, ensuring excellence in all operational aspects. Store Manager Trainees will work closely with experienced leaders to drive sales growth, uphold customer service standards, and foster positive team dynamics. Through hands-on leadership experience and extensive training, trainees will learn how to communicate job expectations, develop and coach store personnel, resolve customer and employee concerns, and manage store compliance with policies and regulations.

Working approximately 45 hours a week, this role offers a competitive starting wage of $31.75 per hour, with an estimated earning potential of up to $114,500 in the first year when including salary and bonuses. ALDI prioritizes creating a collaborative, safe workplace environment where innovative ideas are valued and teamwork is encouraged. Store Manager Trainees will be expected to lead by example, implement company strategies, optimize operational results, and maintain store standards in merchandising and customer interaction.

This role requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on leadership, organizational skills, and customer service excellence. The trainee will participate in various meetings and training sessions, train new employees, and manage daily store functions including scheduling, inventory control, cash handling, and safety procedures. In addition, the position involves some physical demands such as lifting products, operating store equipment, and working in various temperature environments. Flexibility to travel for training at multiple locations is also required.

Joining ALDI as a Store Manager Trainee means becoming part of a company that values employee growth and provides competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. ALDI fosters a work culture with strong ethical standards and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. For individuals passionate about retail and leadership, ALDI’s Store Manager Trainee program presents an ideal pathway to a fulfilling and prosperous career in retail management.

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
full-time store manager trainees will train at multiple locations and must have flexibility to travel within divisional requirements

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

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 teams, satisfy 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
resolves 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