Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI • Kettering, OH

30d • $83,500 - $98,500 • Onsite

About The Position

ALDI’s Store Manager Trainee program prepares employees to run their own store through hands-on leadership experience. The role involves learning to manage operations, develop teams, and drive results while working alongside associates in a fast-paced environment. Trainees combine leadership responsibilities with active participation in daily store operations, including stocking, merchandising, customer service, and maintaining store standards. The role is full-time, with an estimated 45 hours per week. The starting wage is $29.50 per hour. Estimated Store Manager Year 1 earning potential is $83,500–$98,500, inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable; estimates may vary by location. Trainees train at multiple locations and must be flexible to travel within divisional requirements.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• Prior experience in a retail environment and prior management experience.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication to enhance direct-report performance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to lead store personnel and achieve planned results.
• Ability to understand and apply management principles to achieve store goals and compliance expectations.
• Ability to perform leadership and administrative duties.
• Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability to operate store equipment, including cash registers, floor scrubbers, cardboard balers, pallet jacks, handheld devices, and computers, and perform operational tasks effectively and efficiently to standard.
• Ability to facilitate group involvement when conducting meetings.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete activities to maximize available time.
• Ability to establish and successfully execute plans and goals.
• Ability to use ALDI-provided technology as required.
• Flexibility to travel within divisional requirements while training at multiple locations.
• May be required to handle and sell alcoholic beverages and meet applicable state and local requirements.
• May be required to obtain ServSafe certification or other applicable state or local certifications for food safety compliance.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports, and lead and develop store personnel.
• Develop and implement action plans using company-provided resources to improve operating results.
• Oversee appropriate resolution of employee and customer concerns, coordinating with the district manager as needed.
• Interview candidates for store positions and provide recommendations to the district manager.
• Manage personnel, including recommending advancement and termination as appropriate.
• Communicate and interact effectively with ALDI personnel at all levels, customers, third-party vendors, and business partners.
• Collaborate to resolve store issues and minimize potential liability for the division and company.
• Lead, develop, and supervise the team to develop sales, engage teams, satisfy customers, and achieve consistent high performance.
• Understand and oversee execution of company strategy while communicating and modeling organizational core values.
• Foster a positive, collaborative working environment and promote teamwork.
• Oversee compliance with store policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Train and develop store personnel using appropriate training materials.
• Observe and evaluate employee performance, providing feedback and coaching as appropriate.
• Ensure store personnel follow customer service guidelines and interact appropriately with customers and co-workers.
• Resolve concerns from store personnel and customers independently or escalate them to the district manager as necessary.
• Model, communicate, and supervise compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment by identifying and correcting hazards, promoting proper ergonomics, and keeping equipment in proper working order.
• Prepare, manage, and revise weekly schedules for accuracy.
• Ensure personnel follow expense guidelines, inventory procedures, product handling, and cash handling policies to minimize losses.
• Ensure store personnel maintain store zone and merchandising standards.
• Improve operational results and implement personnel and operational plans to achieve store KPI goals and budgets.
• Attend and participate in district weekly operations calls, monthly one-to-ones, and training sessions.
• Plan and conduct store team meetings, monthly management team meetings, training sessions, and other company-related events or meetings.
• Train at multiple locations and travel within divisional requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED