Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI • Orland Park, IL

73d • $28

About The Position

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. This position is full-time, with an estimated 45 hours per week. The starting wage for a Store Manager Trainee is $28.50 per hour, with an estimated earning potential in the first year of up to $103,500, inclusive of salary and bonuses when applicable. Please note that estimates may vary by location.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to provide and lead others in prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust, 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 regarding budgeting and expenses.
• Ability to operate a cash register efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to safely operate equipment, including electric/manual hand jack and floor scrubber.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional manner.
• Meets state and local requirements for handling and selling alcoholic beverages.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a retail environment.
• Prior management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the day-to-day operations and performance of the team to provide the highest level of customer service.
• Understands and communicates the overarching company strategy and core values to create a sense of teamwork among employees.
• Handles customer concerns and ensures appropriate resolutions.
• Maintains proper store signage and ensures the quality and freshness of products.
• Assists in hiring store personnel by reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates.
• Prepares, manages, and revises weekly schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Establishes and communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports.
• Conducts store meetings and 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 to maintain a competitive position.
• Provides product feedback and recommendations regarding inventory.
• Ensures a safe environment for employees, customers, and vendors by identifying hazards and maintaining equipment.
• Oversees product merchandising and maintains proper stock levels through ordering.
• Conducts store inventory counts and reconciliations according to company guidelines.
• Complies with all established company policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED