Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Buffalo, NY, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $29.50 - $1.00

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 leading global grocery retailer known for its commitment to high-quality products, simplicity, consistency, and responsibility. Operating thousands of stores worldwide, ALDI has established itself as a leader in the retail sector by providing exceptional customer experiences, efficient store operations, and a strong focus on sustainability and value. With rapid expansion across the United States, ALDI offers ample opportunities for career growth within a dynamic, supportive, and inclusive work environment. The company prides itself on cultivating a corporate culture that encourages team collaboration, professional development, and a focus on operational excellence. As a full-time Store Manager Trainee with an estimated 45 hours per week commitment, you will earn a competitive starting wage of $29.50 per hour, with potential first-year earnings reaching up to $107,000 inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable. This role is essential in supporting ALDI’s ongoing growth by developing the leadership skills necessary for successful store management and contributing to the delivery of outstanding customer service.

In this role, you will join ALDI’s Store Manager Trainee program where you will work closely with experienced leaders to develop the skills and knowledge required to lead your own store effectively. You will oversee operational procedures, personnel management, sales strategies, and customer satisfaction while fostering a positive workplace culture. As a Store Manager Trainee, your duties include training, developing, and supervising store teams, resolving employee and customer concerns, managing store compliance with company policies and regulations, and optimizing store operations to achieve key performance indicators and budget goals. The role demands a high level of organizational ability, communication skills, and leadership capability to ensure consistent achievement of performance standards and customer service excellence. You will also gain valuable experience handling store logistics including scheduling, inventory control, expense management, and ensuring a safe working environment. This is a unique career opportunity with ALDI that combines competitive compensation with comprehensive training, supportive mentorship, and a clear pathway toward advancement within 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
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