Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI • Silver Springs, FL

13d • $89,000 - $98,500

About The Position

As a Store Manager Trainee, you will train in all aspects of successfully running a store in preparation for managing your own store. The role involves supervising day-to-day store activities, ensuring overall store performance, identifying staffing needs, managing schedules, developing operational action plans, and mentoring and developing the team. The position is full-time, with an estimated 45–50 hours per week. The starting wage is $29.50 per hour. Estimated Year 1 Store Manager earning potential is up to $89,000–$98,500, inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable; estimates may vary by location. Trainees will often train at multiple locations and must be flexible to travel within divisional requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to provide and lead others in providing prompt, courteous customer service.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that supports the growth and job performance of direct reports.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish goals and guide employee performance to ensure quality and completion of assignments.
• Ability to evaluate and drive personal and team performance.
• Ability to understand and apply management principles related to budgeting, personnel costs, and expenses.
• Ability to operate a cash register efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to safely and properly operate an electric/manual hand jack, floor scrubber, and cardboard baler, and perform general cleaning duties.
• Ability to stay organized, multitask professionally and efficiently, follow instructions, and attend to detail.
• Meet applicable state and local requirements for handling and selling alcoholic beverages.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a retail environment, or equivalent knowledge through a combination of education and experience.
• Ability to perform the physical duties described, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Flexibility to travel within divisional requirements for training at multiple locations.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) outlined for the role.
• Supervise day-to-day store operations and team performance to provide a high level of customer service.
• Understand and communicate company strategy and model organizational core values to promote teamwork and employee membership.
• Handle customer concerns and ensure appropriate resolution.
• Maintain proper store signage and ensure ALDI products meet quality and freshness standards.
• Assist with hiring by reviewing resumes and employment applications and interviewing candidates.
• Prepare, manage, and revise weekly schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Establish and communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports.
• Conduct store meetings.
• Identify training and development opportunities for direct reports.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and recommend personnel for advancement or termination as appropriate.
• Meet store payroll and total loss budgets.
• Manage cash audits with the direct leader according to company guidelines.
• Monitor the community competitive environment and recommend adjustments to the direct leader to maintain a competitive position.
• Provide product feedback and recommendations about new items or items to discontinue.
• Promote a safe environment for employees, customers, and vendors by identifying and correcting hazards, ensuring proper ergonomics, and maintaining store equipment.
• Oversee product merchandising and maintain appropriate stock levels through product ordering.
• Conduct store inventory counts and reconciliations according to company guidelines.
• Follow company policies and procedures and protect the security and confidentiality of documents and data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Stock merchandise from receiving to shelves, including placing products weighing up to 45 pounds on shelving at various heights.
• Operate a cash register and equipment including electric/manual hand jacks, floor scrubbers, and cardboard balers; perform general cleaning duties to company standards.
• Travel to multiple training locations within divisional requirements.

What This Job Offers

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