District Manager Intern - Chicagoland Area

ALDI USA; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 85,411,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PerkSpot National Discount Program

Job summary

ALDI USA's District Manager Internship offers hands-on exposure to multi-million dollar operations. You’ll shadow store managers, learn store operations, and present reports to executives during a 10-week, full-time program in Northern Illinois/Chicago area.

Open to students pursuing a Bachelor's in Business; you’ll gain real-world experience, participate in trainings, and have potential to transition to full-time after graduation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized under deadlines.
• Develops positive relationships with internal and external parties.

Responsibilities

• Shadow a store manager and/or trainee to learn store operations.
• Prepare presentations and reports on operational areas for ALDI executives.
• Conduct customer walks and store tours to understand customer satisfaction.
• Assist trainer with payroll, sales book, memo verification, invoices, hiring processes, interviews and orientations.
• Participate in inventory, store resets, and potential grand openings.
• Create and maintain high store conditions and improve stock efficiency.
• Attend trainings and meetings as appropriate.
• Demonstrate professionalism with excellent attendance and adherence to guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Our District Manager Internship provides more real world experience than any other position out there. You’ll see our stores from the inside and work hands‑on with district managers running multi‑million dollar businesses. You will learn what makes us America’s fastest growing grocery retailer and why joining our team is the best opportunity in the country. Successful completion of this internship may lead select individuals to a full‑time opportunity upon graduation.

Roles within this division cover these areas: BAT: Northern Illinois and Chicago

Position Type: Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week / 10-week summer internship program
Wage: $28.00 per hour + eligibility for overtime

Duties and Responsibilities:

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Consistently demonstrate the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.
• Acquires knowledge from their trainer to gain a full understanding of the roles and importance of leading by building a culture of excellence.
• Shadows a store manager and/or manager trainee to learn the fundamental aspects of store operations, including preparing a presentation and a report on an operational area to be presented to ALDI executives.
• Learns aspects of the Customer Satisfaction Pyramid while conducting customer walks and participating in store tours.
• Learns and understands all relevant store operations policies and procedures.
• Assists trainer with all administrative tasks (i.e. payroll, sales book, memo verification, invoices), as well as hiring, including interviews and orientations.
• Assists with inventory, and participates in a store reset and a grand opening if possible.
• Takes initiative to create excellent store conditions and improve store associate performance and stock efficiency.
• Works closely with members of assigned team to develop subject matter knowledge.
• Attends company/department/team trainings and meetings as appropriate.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism by demonstrating excellent attendance, adhering to company guidelines, meeting objectives thoroughly and on time, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• In current pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field.

Job Qualifications:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of store personnel.
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively within a group.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional and efficient manner.
• Ability to display initiative and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience.
• Acts as representation for others by executing delegated tasks.
• Ability to prioritize and work under strict deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Gives attention to detail and follows instructions.

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, to all employees including:

• 401(k) Plan
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program

In addition, full-time employees are offered:

• 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

*Full-time employees average 30 or more hours per week within an annual lookback period

*Benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees may vary by state

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 stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes 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.