Full-Time Assistant Store Manager

ALDI USA; Danbury, New Milford (CT, CT); On-site; USD 35,817 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Vacation Time

Job summary

A leading discount supermarket chain seeks an Assistant Store Manager in New Milford, Connecticut. In this full-time role, you will manage daily store operations, assist in developing action plans to enhance performance, and train employees to provide excellent customer service. Candidates should possess at least 3 years of retail experience and a high school diploma. Benefits include competitive wages and health insurance, among others. Join the team and contribute to our commitment to customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in retail.
• Ability to evaluate and drive performance of self and others.

Responsibilities

• Assist direct leader with developing and implementing action plans.
• Supervise day-to-day operations of the team.
• Monitor competitive environment and recommend adjustments.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

When you join our team as an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll take on key store management responsibilities including assisting with supervising day‑to‑day store activities, ensuring overall store performance, managing schedules, and developing operational action plans while identifying training opportunities to develop and grow the team.

Position Type: Full-Time
Average Hours: 38 hours per week
Starting Wage: $26.00 per hour
Wage Increase: Year 2 - $27.00 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the direct leader with developing and implementing action plans to improve operating results
• Establish and communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports to ensure mutual understanding and desired results
• Identify training and development opportunities that will assist direct reports in achieving enhanced performance
• Understand overarching company strategy, and communicate and model core values to create a sense of teamwork and membership among employees
• Monitor competitive environment within the community and inform the direct leader regarding adjustments necessary to maintain the company’s competitive position
• Provide product feedback to direct leader, including recommendations regarding new items to carry or those that should be discontinued
• Participate in the interviewing process for store personnel
• Communicate information including weekly information, major team milestones, developments, and concerns
• Ensure store personnel adhere to inventory procedures, product handling guidelines, and cash control policies to minimize losses
• Ensure appropriate resolution of operational customer concerns in the direct leader’s absence
• Identify and rectify hazards, ensuring proper ergonomics and maintaining store equipment in proper working order
• Maintain store cleanliness standards and proper store signage at all times
• Assist direct leader with maintaining proper stock levels through appropriate product ordering
• Merchandise product neatly to maximize sales
• Ensure quality and freshness of products for sale and accuracy of product signage
• Assist direct leader with achieving store payroll and total loss budget, inventory counts, and training new employees
• Supervise day‑to‑day operations of team, escalating issues to appropriate level of support and/or leadership when necessary
• Ensure direct reports complete assigned responsibilities timely and effectively to provide the highest level of customer service for the business
• Comply with all established company policies and procedures while upholding the security and confidentiality of documents and data
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Ability to stock merchandise from store receiving to shelving; ability to place product weighing 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
• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Job Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older to be employed for this role
• 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, 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, and cardboard baler, and perform general cleaning duties to company standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 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

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a retail environment
• Combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge
• Prior management experience preferred

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.