Are you ready to take the next step in your career? As a Full-Time Store Manager Development Role, you will receive hands-on training in all aspects of successfully operating a store, preparing you to manage your own store in the future. You will play a vital role in overseeing daily store activities, enhancing customer satisfaction, identifying staffing needs, managing schedules, and developing operational plans while mentoring and nurturing your team.
Position Type: Full-Time
Estimated Hours: 48-50 hours per week
Starting Wage: $26.50 per hour
Estimated Year 1 Earning Potential: Up to $80,500 (inclusive of salary and bonus when applicable)
Estimate may vary by location
Your Responsibilities: As a Store Manager Trainee, you'll:
- Oversee daily operations and lead your team to deliver exceptional customer service.
- Embody and communicate the company's core values, fostering teamwork and a sense of belonging among staff.
- Address customer concerns with effective resolutions to enhance the shopping experience.
- Ensure store signage is up-to-date, and maintain the quality and freshness of products.
- Assist with hiring by reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates, and making sound staffing decisions.
- Prepare and manage weekly schedules for optimal store staffing.
- Conduct regular team meetings to communicate responsibilities and performance expectations.
- Identify training opportunities that will help your team enhance their skills.
- Perform annual evaluations to recommend advancements and terminations as necessary.
- Achieve payroll and total loss budgets while maintaining financial controls.
- Perform cash audits in conjunction with your leader to meet company guidelines.
- Monitor community competition and propose adjustments to maintain competitiveness.
- Provide feedback on products, suggesting new items and discontinuations as needed.
- Create a safe work environment by identifying and addressing hazards and ensuring equipment is maintained.
- Oversee product merchandising and stock levels through effective ordering.
- Conduct inventory counts and reconciliations according to procedures.
- Uphold company policies while securing confidential documents and data.
- Complete other assigned duties as necessary.
Physical Demands: This role involves:
- The ability to stock merchandise and lift products weighing up to 45 pounds.
- Frequent sitting, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and walking throughout the store.
- Performing duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications: To succeed in this role, you should meet the following criteria:
- A minimum age of 21 years.
- A demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
- Strong customer service skills with a focus on fostering rapport and communication.
- The capacity to interpret company policies and apply them effectively.
- A track record of establishing goals and guiding performance within a team.
- Knowledge of budgeting, personnel costs, and expenses management.
- Experience operating a cash register efficiently.
- Familiarity with safety equipment operations, including electric/manual hand jacks and floor scrubbers.
- Effective organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Compliance with state and local regulations regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages.
Education and Experience: Preferred qualifications include:
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of progressive experience in a retail environment.
- Prior management experience is a plus.
Travel Requirements: As a Full-Time Store Manager Trainee, you will train at various locations and must be flexible to travel according to divisional requirements.
Benefits: ALDI offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- National Discount Program through PerkSpot.
Moreover, eligible employees enjoy:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance.
- Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays.
- Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay.
- Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay.
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Life, Dependent Life, and AD&D Insurance.
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
ALDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic.