Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Oak Park, IL, 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 retailer known for its commitment to simplicity, consistency, and responsibility in delivering quality products at affordable prices. Founded over a century ago, the company has grown into a major player in the grocery industry, with a significant presence across the United States and numerous locations around the world. As a discount supermarket chain, ALDI focuses on streamlining operations and providing excellent customer service while maintaining a lean and efficient business model. This approach allows ALDI to offer customers top-quality groceries and household essentials at highly competitive prices, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious shoppers.

ALDI is currently inviting passionate and driven individuals to join its Store Manager Trainee program. This full-time opportunity provides an excellent pathway to a career in retail management within a company dedicated to cultivating a supportive and empowering work culture. The Store Manager Trainee role is designed to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for managing a retail store independently. Trainees will receive comprehensive training and gain hands-on experience through collaboration with experienced leaders to ensure operational excellence, drive sales growth, and deliver outstanding customer service.

In this role, trainees will be responsible for learning how to lead and develop store personnel, implement operational plans, handle employee and customer concerns, and maintain compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The position requires managing store activities, including scheduling, inventory control, cash handling, and ensuring a safe and positive work environment. ALDI offers a competitive starting wage of $31.75 per hour for Store Manager Trainees, with annual earning potential up to $114,000 inclusive of salary and bonuses when applicable. The role typically requires working approximately 45 hours per week and may involve training at multiple locations, necessitating flexibility for travel within divisional requirements.

ALDI's Store Manager Trainee program is ideal for individuals seeking a dynamic and rewarding leadership career in retail. The company encourages teamwork, fosters open communication, and values employees' contributions while emphasizing performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Trainees will benefit from a culture that supports their growth, provides resources and tools for success, and offers opportunities to advance within the organization. This career path not only hones leadership and administrative skills but also exposes trainees to the operational and strategic aspects of retail management. Joining ALDI means becoming part of a company that values work-life balance, employee well-being, and inclusivity, making it an attractive employer for those eager to build a fulfilling 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, and computers
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
may be required to obtain ServSafe certification or other applicable 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 team performance
ability to work independently and within a team to provide effective leadership
ability to understand and apply management principles
prior retail and management experience preferred
ability to perform leadership and administrative duties
ability to provide courteous customer service
ability to operate store equipment effectively
ability to facilitate group involvement during meetings
ability to maintain positive relationships internally and externally
ability to interpret and apply company policies
strong verbal and written communication skills
ability to organize and prioritize tasks
ability to establish and execute plans and goals
proficiency with technology tools provided by the company
willingness to obtain necessary certifications if 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 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