About the position
As a Store Manager Trainee at ALDI, you will undergo comprehensive training to prepare for the responsibilities of managing your own store. This role involves a hands-on approach to learning all aspects of store operations, including supervising daily activities, ensuring optimal store performance, and identifying staffing needs. You will be responsible for managing schedules and developing operational action plans while also mentoring and developing your team. The position is full-time, with an estimated commitment of 45 hours per week, and offers a starting wage of $26.25 per hour. The earning potential in the first year can reach up to $102,000, which includes salary and potential bonuses, although this may vary by location. In this role, you will consistently demonstrate the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies, and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the position. You will supervise the day-to-day operations and performance of your team to ensure the highest level of customer service. Understanding and communicating the overarching company strategy and core values will be essential in creating a sense of teamwork and membership among employees. You will handle customer concerns, ensuring appropriate resolutions, and maintain proper store signage and product quality at all times. Your responsibilities will also include assisting in the hiring process by reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and preparing weekly schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels. You will establish job responsibilities and performance expectations for your direct reports, conduct store meetings, and identify training and development opportunities to enhance team performance. Additionally, you will conduct annual performance evaluations and manage store payroll and loss budgets. Monitoring the competitive environment and providing product feedback to your direct leader will also be part of your duties. Ensuring a safe environment for employees and customers, overseeing product merchandising, and complying with company policies are critical aspects of this role.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the day-to-day operations and performance of the team to provide the highest level of customer service.
- Understand and communicate the overarching company strategy and core values to create a sense of teamwork among employees.
- Handle customer concerns and ensure appropriate resolutions are made.
- Maintain proper store signage and ensure the quality and freshness of ALDI products.
- Assist in the hiring of store personnel by reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates.
- Prepare, manage, and revise weekly schedules to ensure appropriate store staffing levels.
- Establish and communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports.
- Conduct store meetings and identify training and development opportunities for direct reports.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations and recommend personnel for advancement or termination as appropriate.
- Achieve store payroll and total loss budgets.
- Manage cash audits according to company guidelines.
- Monitor the competitive environment and make recommendations to maintain a competitive position.
- Provide product feedback to the direct leader regarding new items or those to be discontinued.
- Ensure a safe environment for employees, customers, and vendors by identifying and rectifying hazards.
- Oversee product merchandising and maintain proper stock levels through appropriate ordering.
- Conduct store inventory counts and reconciliations according to company guidelines.
- Comply with all established company policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older to be employed for this role at ALDI.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to provide and lead others to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
- Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of direct reports.
- Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
- Ability to establish goals and guide employee performance to ensure quality work assignments.
- Ability to evaluate and drive performance of self and others.
- Ability to understand and apply management principles concerning budgeting, personnel costs, and expenses.
- Ability to operate a cash register efficiently and accurately.
- Ability to safely and properly operate equipment, including electric/manual hand jack, floor scrubber, and cardboard baler.
Nice-to-haves
- Prior management experience preferred.
- A combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- PerkSpot National Discount Program
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays
- Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay
- Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
