Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Silver Spring, MD, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $29.50 - $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 global leader in the retail grocery industry, known for its commitment to quality, simplicity, and responsibility. With a rapidly growing presence across the United States, ALDI offers customers an efficient and enjoyable shopping experience by providing high-quality products at affordable prices. As a company, ALDI emphasizes operational excellence, simplicity in processes, and a culture that supports its employees to thrive and grow. ALDI's business model centers on maintaining consistency across stores, ensuring customer satisfaction, and encouraging a responsible approach to retail management. Every ALDI location is designed to offer a clean, well-organized shopping environment with top-tier customer service.

Joining ALDI as a Store Manager Trainee is an excellent career opportunity for motivated individuals passionate about retail management and leadership. This full-time role involves a comprehensive training program where trainees develop the necessary skills and knowledge to eventually lead their own store. Store Manager Trainees at ALDI earn a competitive starting wage of $29.50 per hour and have the potential to earn up to $113,000 in their first year when including bonuses. The program is designed to prepare trainees for all aspects of store leadership, from personnel management to operational responsibilities.

In this role, you will work closely with experienced store managers and district managers to ensure smooth store operations and exceptional customer experiences. You will be responsible for leading a team of store employees, developing action plans to boost sales performance, managing store compliance with company policies and governmental regulations, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. The position requires flexibility to train at multiple locations and demands strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

ALDI values individuals who are independent, team-oriented, and able to effectively manage resources to achieve consistent high performance. Store Manager Trainees will receive hands-on experience in leading teams, resolving employee and customer concerns, administering schedules, and maintaining store merchandising and safety standards. This role is physically demanding, involving manual work such as lifting products and operating store equipment, along with mental tasks that require organizing and prioritizing activities to meet store goals.

The opportunity at ALDI extends beyond store operations. As a growing company, ALDI invests in their employees' professional development through training opportunities and support programs designed to foster a culture of growth and career advancement. Employees benefit from a comprehensive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and retirement plans, making ALDI an employer of choice in the retail sector.

Joining ALDI means becoming part of a company that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. ALDI is committed to creating an inclusive work environment free from discrimination and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. This commitment supports a workplace culture where everyone can contribute fully and succeed.

Overall, the ALDI Store Manager Trainee role is a dynamic, rewarding opportunity for individuals eager to build a career in retail management within a supportive company that values integrity, excellence, and the well-being of its workforce.

Job Requirements

At least 18 years old
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior experience in a retail environment
prior management experience
flexibility to travel within divisional requirements for training
ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting products up to 45 pounds
ability to operate store equipment including hand jacks, floor scrubber and baler

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 and achieve planned results
ability to understand and apply management principles to achieve store 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 and perform operational tasks effectively and efficiently
ability to facilitate group involvement during 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 verbally and in writing
ability to organize, prioritize and complete activities to maximize available time
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 meeting state/local requirements
may need to obtain ServSafe or other certifications for food safety compliance

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
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 core values
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
ensures store personnel comply with customer service guidelines and demonstrate appropriate interactions
resolves concerns from store personnel and customers independently or escalates concerns 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
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 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 district meetings, training sessions and one-to-one meetings
plans and conducts store team meetings, management meetings and company-related events or meetings