Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

ALDI•Old Bridge Township, NJ

23d•$91,500 - $108,000

About The Position

The Store Manager Trainee program prepares employees to manage an ALDI store through hands-on leadership experience. The trainee learns 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. Trainees train at multiple locations and must be flexible to travel within divisional requirements. This is a full-time position with an estimated 45 hours per week. The starting wage is $31.75 per hour. Estimated Store Manager Year 1 earning potential is $91,500–$108,000, inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable; estimates may vary by location.

Requirements

Must be 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 as part of a team to lead store personnel and achieve planned results.
Ability to understand and apply management principles to meet 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.
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.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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.
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
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.
Must be flexible to travel within divisional requirements and train at multiple locations.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to direct reports; lead and develop store personnel.
Develop and implement action plans using company-provided resources to improve operating results.
Oversee the 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 employees for advancement or termination as appropriate.
Communicate and work effectively with ALDI personnel, 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 support sales, team engagement, customer satisfaction, and consistent high performance.
Understand and oversee execution of company strategy and communicate and model organizational core values.
Foster a positive, collaborative work 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 and provide feedback and coaching.
Ensure employees follow customer service guidelines and interact appropriately with customers and coworkers.
Resolve employee and customer concerns independently or escalate them to the district manager as necessary.
Model, communicate, and supervise compliance with company policies and procedures.
Promote workplace safety by identifying and correcting hazards, encouraging proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
Prepare, manage, and revise weekly schedules for accuracy.
Ensure employees follow expense guidelines, inventory procedures, product-handling practices, and cash-handling policies to minimize losses.
Ensure employees maintain store zone and merchandising standards.
Improve operating results and implement personnel and operational plans to meet store KPI goals and budgets.
Attend and participate in district weekly operations calls, monthly one-to-ones, training sessions, and other meetings.
Plan and conduct store team meetings, monthly management team meetings, training sessions, and other company-related events or meetings.
Participate in hands-on daily store operations, including stocking, merchandising, customer service, and maintaining store standards.