Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Madison, WI, USA|Travel, Onsite

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

7 paid Holidays

Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay

Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay

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, consistency, and responsibility. Established with a focus on delivering high-quality products at low prices, ALDI has expanded rapidly across the United States and continues to grow its footprint in the retail sector. The company thrives on a customer-centric approach, operational excellence, and creating positive work environments for its employees. With a reputation for efficiency and innovation in the grocery industry, ALDI places a strong emphasis on training, development, and empowering its team members to excel in their roles.

The Store Manager Trainee program at ALDI is a full-time opportunity designed to prepare passionate and driven individuals for leadership roles within the company. Trainees will gain comprehensive skills and knowledge necessary to manage their own stores successfully. This includes leading teams, ensuring outstanding customer service, driving sales growth, and maintaining operational standards. The program typically involves about 45 hours of work per week with a competitive starting wage of $31.75 per hour. Successful trainees have potential earning opportunities up to $111,500 in their first year, inclusive of salary and bonuses, although earnings may vary by location.

As a Store Manager Trainee, you will collaborate closely with experienced ALDI leaders and management teams to develop actionable plans focusing on improved store performance and customer satisfaction. The role demands strong leadership capabilities, as you will manage store personnel, conduct interviews, provide training, and implement company policies and procedures. You will be responsible for fostering a positive and collaborative workplace, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, and driving the achievement of sales and operational goals. Moreover, this role requires handling a variety of operational tasks, including inventory management, cash handling, scheduling, and maintaining store merchandising standards.

ALDI offers a supportive culture that emphasizes continuous learning, accountability, and advancement opportunities. Trainees gain hands-on experience while being supported by comprehensive training programs and resources designed to nurture their professional growth. Additionally, ALDI values diversity and inclusivity, providing a workplace free from discrimination and equitable opportunities for all employees.

Working in this role requires a diverse skill set covering leadership, communication, problem-solving, and operational management. The physical demands of the position involve standing, lifting up to 45 pounds, operating store equipment, and working in various temperature environments. The ability to travel flexibly across divisional locations during training is also required. ALDI’s commitment to its employees is reflected in competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a positive working environment that encourages career growth and success.

Job Requirements

At least 18 years old
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior experience in a retail environment and prior management experience
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
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