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As a Store Manager Trainee, you’ll train on all aspects of successfully running a store in preparation for managing your own store. Responsibilities include supervising daily store activities, ensuring store performance, staffing, scheduling, developing operational plans, and mentoring the team.
Position Details
- Type: Full-Time
- Hours: 45 hours/week
- Starting Wage: $30.25/hour
- Potential Year 1 Earnings: Up to $103,000 (including salary and bonus, varies by location)
Duties and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate ALDI's core competencies and professional skills
- Supervise daily operations and team performance to deliver excellent customer service
- Communicate and model company values to foster teamwork
- Handle customer concerns and resolve issues
- Maintain store signage and product quality
- Assist in hiring, training, and evaluating staff
- Manage schedules, conduct meetings, and identify development opportunities
- Achieve payroll and loss budgets
- Manage cash audits and monitor competitive environment
- Provide product feedback and ensure store safety and cleanliness
- Oversee merchandising and inventory management
- Comply with company policies and maintain confidentiality
Physical Demands
- Stock merchandise, lift up to 45 pounds, and perform store duties requiring standing, bending, reaching, and walking
Job Qualifications
- Must be 18 or older
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Provide excellent customer service and lead others
- Develop rapport and interpret policies
- Manage performance and understand budgeting principles
- Operate cash registers and store equipment safely
- Stay organized and detail-oriented
- Meet state requirements for handling alcohol (if applicable)
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- At least 3 years in retail, management experience preferred
Travel
- Must be flexible to train at multiple locations
Benefits
- Competitive wages, 401(k) with company match, health insurance, paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, disability, life insurance, and voluntary benefits
ALDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon background checks and drug testing where applicable.