Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI USA; Ellington, Kingwood, Conroe, Houston, Spring (CT, WV, TX, TX, TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Store Manager Trainee, where you'll gain hands-on experience in running a store. You'll oversee daily operations, manage a dedicated team, and ensure exceptional customer service. This role offers a competitive starting wage and a clear path to a rewarding career in retail management. With opportunities for growth and a supportive environment, you'll be equipped to lead your own store in no time. If you're passionate about retail and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Generous Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma preferred.
• 3+ years of retail experience, preferably in management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily store operations and ensure high customer service.
• Manage staffing, schedules, and training for team members.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Retail Management Experience

Tools

Cash Register

Job description

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 be involved in supervising day-to-day store activities, ensuring overall store performance, identifying staffing needs, managing schedules, and developing operational action plans while mentoring and developing the team.

Position Type: Full-Time
Estimated Hours: 45 hours per week
Store Manager Trainee Starting Wage: $28.50 per hour
Estimated Store Manager Earning Potential Year 1: Up to $98,500 (inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable)
*Estimate may vary by location

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.
• Supervises the day-to-day operations and performance of the team to provide the highest level of customer service.
• Understands the overarching company strategy and communicates core values to create a sense of teamwork.
• Handles customer concerns and ensures appropriate resolutions.
• Ensures proper store signage and quality of ALDI products.
• Assists in hiring store personnel by reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates.
• Prepares, manages, and revises weekly schedules for appropriate staffing levels.
• Establishes and communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports.
• Conducts store meetings.
• Identifies training and development opportunities for direct reports.
• Conducts annual performance evaluations and recommends personnel for advancement or termination.
• Achieves store payroll and total loss budgets.
• Manages cash audits according to company guidelines.
• Monitors the competitive environment and makes recommendations for adjustments.
• Provides product feedback to direct leader regarding new items.
• Ensures a safe environment by identifying hazards and maintaining equipment.
• Oversees product merchandising and maintains stock levels through appropriate ordering.
• Conducts store inventory counts and reconciliations according to company guidelines.
• Complies with all company policies while upholding security and confidentiality.
• 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.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability to develop rapport and open communication with direct reports.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish goals and guide employee performance.
• Ability to evaluate and drive performance of self and others.
• Ability to understand and apply management principles concerning budgeting and expenses.
• Ability to operate a cash register efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and perform general cleaning duties.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task professionally.
• Meets state and local requirements for handling and selling alcoholic beverages.

Education and Experience:

• 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.

Travel:
Full-Time Store Manager Trainees will often train at multiple locations and must have flexibility to travel within divisional requirements.

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

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

In addition, eligible 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

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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, 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.