Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI•Killeen, TX

8d•$80,500 - $88,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Manager Trainee program prepares employees to run their own store through hands-on leadership experience. Trainees learn to manage operations, develop teams, and drive results while working alongside associates in a fast-paced environment. The role combines leadership responsibilities with active participation in daily store operations, including stocking, merchandising, customer service, and maintaining store standards. Full-time trainees train at multiple locations and must be flexible to travel within divisional requirements. The position is full-time, with an estimated 45 hours per week. The starting wage is $29.50 per hour. Estimated Year 1 Store Manager earning potential is $80,500–$88,000, inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable; estimates may vary by location.

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 reports’ performance.
Ability to work independently and within 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 for 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.
Ability to sit, reach, grasp, stand, and move between areas; place products weighing up to 45 pounds on shelves at various heights; operate specified equipment; and work in varying hot and cold temperatures, including outdoors and in refrigerator/freezer environments.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports, and leads and develops store personnel.
Develops and implements action plans using company-provided resources to improve operating results.
Oversees the appropriate resolution of employee and customer concerns, aligning with the district manager as needed.
Interviews candidates for store positions and provides recommendations to the district manager.
Manages personnel, including recommending personnel for advancement and termination as appropriate.
Communicates and interacts effectively with ALDI personnel at all levels, customers, third-party vendors, and business partners.
Collaborates in resolving store issues to minimize potential liability for the division and company.
Leads, develops, and supervises the team to develop sales, engage teams, satisfy customers, and achieve consistent high performance.
Understands and oversees execution of company strategy while communicating and modeling organizational core values.
Fosters a positive, collaborative working environment and promotes teamwork.
Oversees compliance with store policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Trains and develops store personnel using appropriate training materials.
Observes and evaluates employee performance and provides feedback and coaching.
Ensures store personnel follow customer service guidelines and interact appropriately with customers and co-workers.
Resolves concerns from store personnel and customers independently or escalates them to the district manager as necessary.
Models, communicates, and supervises compliance with company policies and procedures.
Promotes a safe working environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, promoting proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
Prepares, manages, and revises weekly schedules for accuracy.
Ensures personnel follow expense guidelines, inventory procedures, product handling, and cash handling policies to minimize losses.
Ensures personnel maintain store zone and merchandising standards.
Improves operational results and implements personnel and operational plans to achieve store KPI goals and budgets.
Attends and participates in district weekly operations calls, monthly one-to-ones, and training sessions.
Plans and conducts store team meetings, monthly management team meetings, training sessions, and other company-related events or meetings.
Participates in training at multiple locations and travels within divisional requirements.