Full-Time Store Manager Trainee (GRAND OPENING)

South Miami, FL, 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 globally recognized discount supermarket chain with a strong presence in the United States. Known for its unique business model that emphasizes simplicity, consistency, and responsibility, ALDI has rapidly expanded across the country, offering customers high-quality products at affordable prices. The company's success is driven by a commitment to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and a positive work environment. ALDI's culture supports growth, employee development, and teamwork, making it a sought-after employer in the retail sector. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, ALDI continues to evolve, setting new standards for retail management and customer service. Joining ALDI means becoming part of a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional value to customers while fostering professional growth and leadership development.

The Store Manager Trainee program at ALDI offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about retail management to develop critical skills necessary to lead and manage their own store. This full-time role requires approximately 45 hours of work per week and offers a competitive starting wage of $29.50 per hour. Trainees can expect a robust training experience that covers all aspects of store operations, personnel management, and customer engagement. Upon successful completion of the program, new Store Managers have the potential to earn up to $98,500 in the first year, including salary and potential bonuses, although actual earnings may vary by location.

As a Store Manager Trainee, you will work closely with experienced leaders to learn how to deliver outstanding customer service, foster a positive and collaborative work environment, and achieve operational excellence. Responsibilities include leading and developing store personnel, addressing employee and customer concerns, managing store compliance with company policies and regulations, and driving sales growth. The role also entails scheduling, inventory management, and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates will be trained to understand and apply ALDI's core values and business strategies while being encouraged to take initiative and demonstrate leadership. The program requires flexibility to travel among different store locations as part of the training process.

This role is ideal for individuals with prior retail and management experience who are eager to advance their careers in a company that values simplicity and responsibility. ALDI is committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering diversity, and providing a supportive environment for all team members. The company also offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans, ensuring a comprehensive employment package that supports work-life balance and professional growth.

Job Requirements

At least 18 years old required
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior experience in a retail environment
prior management experience
ability to sit, reach, grasp, stand, and move from one area to another
ability to place products weighing up to 45 pounds on shelves at various heights
ability to operate electric and manual hand jacks, floor scrubber and cardboard baler
ability to work in varying temperatures including outdoor and refrigerator/freezer environments
flexibility to travel within divisional requirements
ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the performance of direct reports
ability to work independently and within a team
ability to understand and apply management principles
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
ability to facilitate group involvement during meetings
ability to interpret and apply ALDI policies and procedures
ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
ability to organize and prioritize activities
ability to establish and execute plans and goals
ability to use ALDI technology
may be required to handle and sell alcoholic beverages according to regulations
may be required to obtain ServSafe or other food safety certifications

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 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 the company customer services guidelines and demonstrate appropriate interactions with customers and co-workers
resolves 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