Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI•Irmo, SC

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

ALDI is looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our Store Manager Trainee program. In this role, you will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to lead your own store, delivering outstanding customer service and creating a positive work environment for your team. You will collaborate with experienced leaders to ensure operational excellence and drive sales growth. As ALDI continues to expand rapidly across the United States, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in retail management with a company that values simplicity, consistency, and responsibility. Join ALDI and benefit from comprehensive training and a supportive culture that empowers you to thrive.

Requirements

Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the performance of direct reports.
Ability to work independently and within a team to provide effective leadership of store personnel and achieve planned results.
Ability to understand and apply management principles to achieve the store's goals and compliance expectations.
Ability to perform leadership and administrative duties.
Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
Ability to operate all store equipment such as cash registers, floor scrubber, cardboard baler, pallet jacks, handheld devices, computers, etc., and to perform all operational tasks effectively and efficiently to the standard.
Ability to facilitate group involvement when conducting meetings.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties.
Ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Ability to organize, prioritize and complete activities to maximize the total time available.
Ability to establish and successfully execute plans and goals.
Ability to use ALDI-provided technology as required.
May be required to handle and sell alcoholic beverages and meet any state and local requirements for handling and selling of alcoholic beverages.
May be required to obtain a ServSafe certification or other applicable state/local certifications to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
At least 18 years old required.
Prior experience in a retail environment and prior management experience.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports to ensure desired results; lead and develop store personnel.
Develop and implement action plans using company provided resources to improve operating results.
Oversee the appropriate resolution of employee and customer concerns, aligning with the district manager, as needed.
Interview candidates for store positions and provide recommendations to the district manager.
Manage personnel, including recommending personnel for advancement and termination as appropriate.
Communicate, cooperate, and interact effectively with all levels of ALDI personnel, customers, third-party vendors and business partners.
Collaborate in the resolution of any issues that arise within the store to minimize potential liability for the division and the company.
Lead, develop, and supervise the team to develop sales, engage our teams, satisfy our customers and achieve consistent high performance.
Understand and oversee the execution of the overarching company strategy while communicating and modeling the core values of the organization.
Foster a positive and collaborative working environment and promote teamwork among employees.
Oversee and manage compliance with policies and procedures within the store, as well as applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Train and develop store personnel to achieve their maximum professional potential, using appropriate training materials.
Observe and evaluate employees’ work performance and provide feedback and coaching as appropriate.
Ensure store personnel comply with the company customer services guidelines and demonstrate appropriate interactions with customers and co-workers.
Resolve concerns from store personnel and customers independently and/or escalate concerns to the district manager as necessary.
Model, communicate and supervise compliance with company policies and procedures.
Ensure a safe working environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, promoting proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
Prepare, manage and revise weekly schedules to ensure accuracy.
Ensure store personnel adhere to expense guidelines, inventory procedures, product handling, and cash handling policies to minimize losses.
Ensure store personnel maintain store zone standards and merchandising standards at all times.
Act to improve operational results and implement personnel and operational plans to achieve store KPI goals and budgets.
Attend and participate in meetings such as district weekly operations calls, monthly one-to-ones and training sessions.
Plan and conduct meetings such as store team meetings, monthly management team meetings, training sessions, and other company-related events or meetings.