Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Cleveland, OH, 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

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 discount supermarket chain renowned for its commitment to simplicity, consistency, and responsibility in delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. With rapid expansion across the United States, ALDI has established itself as a leading retailer that prioritizes value and efficiency while fostering a positive and empowering work environment for its employees. The company’s focus on operational excellence and streamlined processes allows it to offer affordable prices to customers without compromising quality. ALDI’s store network is characterized by clean, well-organized stores staffed by knowledgeable and dedicated teams committed to ensuring a convenient and pleasant shopping experience. ALDI values individuals who are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to the growth and success of the business.

The Store Manager Trainee program at ALDI offers a unique and comprehensive employment opportunity for individuals looking to launch or advance their career in retail management. The program is specifically designed to equip trainees with the necessary skills, knowledge, and leadership capabilities to eventually manage their own store successfully. This full-time position involves approximately 45 hours per week, with a starting wage of $29.50 per hour and first-year earning potential of up to $107,000, inclusive of salary and bonuses. Trainees will undergo extensive training and mentorship alongside experienced leaders, empowering them to master operational best practices, team leadership, sales growth strategies, customer service excellence, and store management policies.

Store Manager Trainees are responsible for developing leadership qualities by managing personnel, implementing action plans to improve operational and financial results, handling employee and customer relations, and maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The role requires effective communication skills, the ability to foster a collaborative and positive workplace culture, and a proactive approach to addressing challenges and opportunities within their store. Additionally, trainees must be flexible to travel within divisional requirements to train at multiple store locations.

Overall, ALDI’s Store Manager Trainee program offers an exciting pathway for motivated individuals committed to retail management excellence. Trainees benefit from a supportive corporate culture, competitive compensation, a broad range of benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success and expansion of one of the most respected supermarket chains in the country. Joining ALDI means becoming part of a company dedicated to continuous improvement and growth, with plenty of room for career advancement and personal development.

Job Requirements

At least 18 years old required
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior experience in a retail environment
prior management experience
full-time availability
flexibility to travel within divisional requirements
ability to perform physical tasks including standing, reaching, grasping, moving
ability to lift products weighing up to 45 pounds
ability to operate equipment such as electric and manual hand jacks, floor scrubber, and cardboard baler
ability to work in varying temperature environments including outdoor and refrigerated/freezer areas

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