Deputy Manager

Aldi Recruitment; Portslade by Sea; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Store running premium

Flexible hours

28 days annual leave incl holidays

Maternity pay

Training opportunities

Lifestyle perks

Job summary

Aldi in Portslade by Sea, United Kingdom, is seeking a Deputy Store Manager to drive sales, deliver outstanding customer service, and help run the store in the absence of the Store Manager.

You will train colleagues, check displays, manage stock rotation, and work 25–35 hours per week with an additional premium of £4 per hour when running the store. Benefits include 28 days annual leave and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
• Ability to manage time effectively and control costs.
• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently.
• Strong customer service and compliance skills.
• Previous store management experience is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Run the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager.
• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations.
• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs.
• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently.
• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits.
• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained.

Skills

Team management

Time management

Cost control

Target driven

Customer service

Store management

Job description

Vacancy Specification

As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you’ll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You’ll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role.

Key Responsibilities

• Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager
• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations
• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs
• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently
• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits
• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained

Skills & Experience

• Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments
• Skilled in time management and cost control
• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently
• Strong customer service and compliance skills
• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential

Our Benefits

• An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store
• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career
• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals