Retail Management Training Program

Huntsville, AL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $96,500.00

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 discount supermarket chain known for its high-quality products, simple shopping experience, and cost-effective pricing. Founded in Germany, ALDI has expanded rapidly across the United States and is recognized for its commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The company prides itself on a culture of simplicity, responsibility, and consistency, making it a leading player in the competitive retail grocery market. ALDI's unique business model focuses on offering a curated selection of private-label goods, which helps reduce costs and deliver value to customers. With thousands of stores nationwide and ongoing expansion plans, ALDI continues to create career opportunities for individuals ready to grow within a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

The Store Manager Trainee role at ALDI is a full-time, 45-hour per week position designed for passionate and driven individuals eager to assume leadership responsibilities in retail management. Starting at a competitive wage of $27.25 per hour, trainees have the potential to earn up to $96,500 in their first year, inclusive of salary and bonuses depending on location and performance. This program offers comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced store managers and district leadership, empowering trainees to develop the skills needed to lead their own store. The role centers on delivering outstanding customer service, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring smooth store operations. Trainees will gain hands-on experience in personnel management, sales growth, and operational excellence.

Throughout the program, trainees will be exposed to a variety of essential management tasks including employee training and development, scheduling, compliance monitoring, merchandise presentation, and resolving employee and customer concerns. Working collaboratively with the district manager and other team members, the Store Manager Trainee will help drive key performance indicators and align store goals with ALDI's overall strategy. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and a commitment to fostering teamwork and a supportive environment.

In addition to leadership responsibilities, the role involves some physical demands such as lifting products up to 45 pounds, operating various store equipment, and working in different temperature environments including refrigerated and frozen areas. Trainees must be adaptable and willing to travel between multiple store locations within their division for training. ALDI emphasizes safety, operational efficiency, and maintaining high standards in customer service and store presentation at all times.

Joining ALDI as a Store Manager Trainee offers a unique career path within a company dedicated to employee growth and well-being. The company provides a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, parental leave, disability coverage, and retirement savings plans with company matching. ALDI fosters an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity. This position is ideal for motivated individuals looking to build a long-term career in retail management with a dynamic and respected retailer committed to excellence and innovation.

Job Requirements

At least 18 years old required
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior experience in a retail environment and prior management experience
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
required to sit, reach, grasp, stand, and move from one area to another
required to place products weighing up to 45 pounds on shelves at various heights
required operation of equipment such as electric and manual hand jacks, floor scrubber and cardboard baler
ability to work in varying temperatures, hot and cold (including outdoor temperatures and refrigerator/freezer environments)
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
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