Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI USA; Wapakoneta (OH); On-site; USD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Job summary

ALDI is seeking a Store Manager Trainee in Ohio to learn how to run a store end-to-end. You’ll manage operations, lead teams, stock, merchandise, and deliver strong customer service while training with industry-leading programs.

Starting wage is $27.25 per hour, with earning potential in Year 1 of about $76,000–$90,500 including salary and bonus where applicable. Expect full-time hours and a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior retail management experience is preferred for this trainee role.
• Ability to lead a team, drive results, and uphold store standards.

Responsibilities

• Communicates duties and performance expectations to direct reports and leads store personnel.
• Develops action plans using company resources to improve operating results.
• Oversees resolution of employee and customer concerns with district support as needed.
• Interviews candidates for store positions and makes recommendations to the district manager.
• Manages personnel, including advancement and termination recommendations as appropriate.

Skills

Store leadership

Team development

Operations management

Customer service

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Prior retail management experience

Age 18+

Job description

Lead by doing at ALDI. Our Store Manager Trainee program prepares you to run your own store through hands‑on leadership experience. You'll learn how to manage operations, develop teams, and drive results while working side‑by‑side with associates in a fast‑paced environment. This role combines leadership responsibilities with active participation in daily store operations, including stocking, merchandising, customer service, and maintaining store standards. If you enjoy a fast‑pace environment, taking ownership, and leading from the front, ALDI offers a rewarding path to a retail leadership career with industry‑leading training and growth opportunities.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Estimated Hours: 45 hours per week

Store Manager Trainee Starting Wage: $27.25 per hour

Estimated Store Manager Earning Potential Year 1: $76,000-$90,500 (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.

• Communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports to ensure desired results; leads and develops store personnel.
• Develops and implements action plans usingcompany providedresources to improve operating results.
• Oversees theappropriate resolutionof 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 asappropriate.
• Communicates, cooperates, and interacts effectively with all levels of ALDI personnel, customers, third-partyvendorsand 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,satisfyourcustomersandachieve 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 asapplicablefederal, state, and local regulations.
• Trains anddevelopsstore personnel to achieve their maximum professional potential, usingappropriate trainingmaterials.
• Observes and evaluates employees’ work performance and provides feedback and coaching as appropriate.
• Ensures store personnel comply withthecompanycustomer services guidelines anddemonstrateappropriate interactionswith customers and co-workers.
• Resolve concerns from store personnel and customers independently and/orescalatesconcerns to the districtmanageras necessary.
• Models,communicatesand supervises compliance withcompanypolicies and procedures.
• Ensures a safe working environment by identifyingand rectifying hazards, promoting proper ergonomics, andmaintainingequipment in proper working order.
• Prepares,managesand revises weekly schedules to ensure accuracy.
• Ensures store personnel adhere to expense guidelines, inventory procedures, product handling, and cash handling policies to minimize losses.
• Ensures store personnel maintain store zone standards and merchandising standards at all times.
• Acts to improve operational results andimplementspersonnel and operational plans to achieve store KPI goals and budgets.
• Attends andparticipatesin meetings such as district weekly operations calls, monthlyone-to-onesand training sessions.
• Plans and conducts meetings such as store team meetings, monthly management team meetings, training sessions, and other company-related events or meetings.

Physical Demands

• Required to sit, reach, grasp, stand, and move from one area to another.
• Required to place products weighing up to 45 pounds on shelves at various heights.
• Required operation of equipment such as electric and manual hand jacks, floorscrubberand cardboard baler.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, hot and cold (including outdoor temperatures and refrigerator/freezer environments).

Job Qualifications

• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the performance of direct reports.
• Ability to work independently and within a team to provide effective leadership of store personnel and achieve planned results.
• Ability to understand and apply management principles to achieve the store’s goals and compliance expectations.
• Ability to perform leadership and administrative duties.
• Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability tooperateall store equipment such as cash registers, floor scrubber, cardboard baler, pallet jacks, handheld devices, computers, etc., and to perform all operational tasks effectively and efficiently to the standard.
• Ability tofacilitategroup involvement when conducting meetings.
• Develops andmaintainspositive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize,prioritizeand complete activities to maximize the total time available.
• Ability to establish and successfully execute plans and goals.
• Ability to use ALDI-provided technology asrequired.
• May berequiredto handle and sell alcoholic beverages and meet any state and local requirements for handling andsellingofalcoholic beverages.
• May berequiredto obtain aServSafecertification or other applicable state/local certifications to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Education and Experience

• At least 18 years old required.
• Highschool diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Priorexperience in a retail environment and prior management experience.

Travel

• Full‑Time Store Manager Trainees willtrain at multiple locations and must have flexibility to travel within divisional requirements.

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

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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 (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.