Front‑Line Store Leader in Training

ALDI USA; Leeds (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PerkSpot National Discount Program

Medical Insurance

Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays

Parental Leave (up to 6 weeks)

Disability Insurance (short/long term)

Job summary

ALDI USA offers a Store Manager Trainee program designed to prepare you to run a store with hands‑on leadership experience. You’ll learn to manage operations, develop teams, and drive results while working with associates in a fast‑paced environment.

Starting wage is $27.25 per hour, with an earning potential of about $96,500 in Year 1 (salary plus bonus where applicable). The role includes travel across locations and a strong emphasis on training and growth within retail leadership.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in a retail environment and prior management experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports to ensure desired results; leads and develops store personnel.
• Develops and implements action plans using company provided resources to improve operating results.
• Oversees the appropriate resolution of employee and customer concerns, aligning with the district manager, as needed.
• Interviews candidates for store positions and provides recommendations to the district manager.
• Manages personnel, including recommending personnel for advancement and termination as appropriate.
• Communicates, cooperates, and interacts effectively with all levels of ALDI personnel, customers, third‑party vendors and business partners.
• Collaborates in the resolution of any issues that arise within the store to minimize potential liability for the division and the company.
• Leads, develops, and supervises the team to develop sales, engage our teams, satisfy our customers and achieve consistent high performance.
• Understands and oversees the execution of the overarching company strategy while communicating and modeling the core values of the organization.
• Fosters a positive and collaborative working environment and promotes teamwork among employees.
• Oversees and manages compliance with policies and procedures within the store, as well as applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Trains and develops store personnel to achieve their maximum professional potential, using appropriate training materials.
• Observes and evaluates employees’ work performance and provides feedback and coaching as appropriate.
• Ensures store personnel comply with the company customer services guidelines and demonstrate appropriate interactions with customers and co‑workers.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Operational planning

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Retail management experience

Job description

ALDI USA offers a Store Manager Trainee program designed to prepare you to run a store with hands‑on leadership experience. You’ll learn to manage operations, develop teams, and drive results while working with associates in a fast‑paced environment.

Starting wage is $27.25 per hour, with an earning potential of about $96,500 in Year 1 (salary plus bonus where applicable). The role includes travel across locations and a strong emphasis on training and growth within retail leadership.