Store Manager Trainee

Overview

As a Store Manager Trainee, you’ll train on all aspects of successfully running a store in preparation for running your own store. You’ll supervise day-to-day store activities, ensure overall store performance, identify staffing needs, manage schedules and develop operational action plans while mentoring and developing the team.

Position Type: Full-Time

Estimated

Hours:

45 hours per week

Store Manager Trainee Starting Wage: $31.75 per hour

Estimated Store Manager Earning Potential Year 1: Up to $114,500 (inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable)

• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Consistently demonstrate the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills as outlined for the role.
• Supervise the day-to-day operations and performance of the team to provide the highest level of customer service.
• Understand the overarching company strategy, communicate and model the core values of the organization, and create a sense of teamwork among employees.
• Handle customer concerns and ensure an appropriate resolution.
• Ensure proper store signage is maintained and the quality and freshness of ALDI products.
• Assist in the hiring of store personnel by reviewing resumes and employment applications, 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 to improve performance.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and recommend personnel for advancement or termination as appropriate.
• Achieve store payroll and total loss budgets.
• Manage cash audits in conjunction with the direct leader according to company guidelines.
• Monitor the competitive environment and recommend adjustments to maintain a competitive position.
• Provide product feedback to the direct leader, including recommendations regarding new items or items to discontinue.
• Provide a safe environment for employees, customers, and vendors by addressing hazards, ensuring ergonomics, and maintaining store equipment.
• Oversee product merchandising and maintain stock levels through appropriate ordering.
• Conduct store inventory counts and reconciliations according to company guidelines.
• Comply with all policies and procedures while upholding the security and confidentiality of documents and data.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to stock merchandise from store receiving to shelving; ability to place product (up to 45 pounds) on shelving at various heights.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, lift, carry and walk about the store.

• You 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 and completion of work.
• 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 and perform general cleaning duties to company standards.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional and efficient manner, following instructions and paying 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 will often train at multiple locations and must…