Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI USA; Webster (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Store Manager Trainee to oversee store operations and team performance. This full-time role involves training for store management, ensuring excellent customer service, and developing the team. The position offers competitive wages and benefits, including a 401(k) plan and paid leave.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental and caregiver leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• At least 3 years of retail experience.
• Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily store operations and team performance.
• Conduct store meetings and training.
• Achieve store payroll and loss budgets.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Store Manager Trainee, you’ll train on all aspects of successfully running a store in preparation for managing your own store. You’ll be involved in supervising daily store activities, ensuring overall store performance, identifying staffing needs, managing schedules, and developing operational plans while mentoring and developing the team.

Position Type: Full-Time
Estimated Hours: 45 hours per week
Starting Wage: $28.50 per hour
Estimated Year 1 Earning Potential: Up to $76,050 (including salary and bonuses, varies by location)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations:

1. Demonstrate the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies, and Professional Skills (M.A.P.)
2. Supervise daily store operations and team performance to deliver excellent customer service
3. Understand and communicate the company's core values and strategy to foster teamwork
4. Handle customer concerns and resolve issues appropriately
5. Maintain proper store signage, product quality, and freshness
6. Assist in hiring by reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates
7. Prepare and manage weekly staff schedules
8. Set clear job responsibilities and performance expectations
9. Conduct store meetings and trainings
10. Perform annual performance evaluations and recommend promotions or terminations
11. Achieve store payroll and loss budgets
12. Manage cash audits with leadership
13. Monitor local competition and recommend adjustments
14. Provide product feedback and suggestions for new or discontinued items
15. Ensure a safe environment by identifying hazards and maintaining equipment
16. Oversee product merchandising and stock levels
17. Conduct inventory counts and reconciliations
18. Comply with company policies and protect confidential data
19. Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

• Stock merchandise, lift up to 45 pounds, and perform physical tasks
• Regularly sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, and walk

Job Qualifications:

• Must be 18 or older
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Provide excellent customer service and lead others
• Develop rapport and communicate effectively
• Interpret and apply policies
• Set goals and evaluate performance
• Understand budgeting and personnel costs
• Operate cash registers accurately
• Operate store equipment safely
• Stay organized and detail-oriented
• Meet requirements for handling alcohol where applicable

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• At least 3 years of retail experience
• Management experience preferred

Travel:

Training may occur at multiple locations; flexibility required.

Benefits:

Competitive wages and benefits including:

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligible employees may also receive:

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Parental and caregiver leave
• Disability insurance

ALDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent on background checks and drug tests as law permits.

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