Store Manager Trainee

Position Overview

As a Store Manager Trainee you will train on all aspects of running a store in preparation for managing your own location. Responsibilities include supervising day‑to‑day store activities, ensuring store performance, managing schedules, developing operational action plans and mentoring the team.

Position Type: Full‑Time
Estimated

Hours:

45 hrs per week
Starting Wage: $29.50 per hour
Potential Earnings Year 1: Up to $102,000 (inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable)

• Consistently demonstrate the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills outlined for the role.
• Supervise day‑to‑day operations and team performance to provide the highest level of customer service.
• Communicate and model company strategy and core values to foster teamwork.
• Handle customer concerns and ensure appropriate resolution.
• Maintain proper store signage and product quality and freshness.
• Assist in hiring by reviewing resumes, application and interviewing candidates.
• Prepare and revise weekly schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Establish and communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports.
• Conduct store meetings and identify training and development opportunities.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and recommend personnel for advancement or termination as appropriate.
• Achieve store payroll and loss budgets.
• Manage cash audits in accordance with company guidelines.
• Monitor community competition and recommend adjustments to maintain a competitive position.
• Provide product feedback to direct leader regarding new items or discontinuations.
• Ensure a safe environment by identifying hazards, maintaining proper ergonomics and equipment working order.
• Oversee product merchandising and maintain proper stock levels through appropriate ordering.
• Conduct store inventory counts and reconciliations per company guidelines.
• Comply with all established company policies and procedures while upholding security and confidentiality of documents and data.

• Ability to stock merchandise from store receiving to shelving; able to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, lift, carry and walk throughout the store.

• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to provide and lead others to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust and open communication to enhance 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 and completion of 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, cardboard baler and perform general cleaning duties to company standards.
• Ability to stay organized and multi‑task in a professional and efficient manner, following instructions and giving attention to detail.
• Meets any state and local requirements for handling and selling alcoholic beverages.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a retail environment.
• A combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
• Prior management experience preferred.

Full‑time store manager trainees may train at multiple locations and must have flexibility to travel within divisional requirements.

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perk Spot 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

ALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic.

Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job‑related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.