District Manager Intern - Central/NE Indiana and Louisville/Lexington Metro Areas

About the role

Our District Manager Internship provides real-world experience working hands-on with district managers running multi-million dollar businesses. You’ll see our stores from the inside and learn what makes us America’s fastest growing grocery retailer. Successful completion of this internship may lead select individuals to a full-time opportunity upon graduation. Roles within this division cover Central Northeast Indiana and Louisville/Lexington areas.

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule

40 hours per week / 10-week summer internship program

Pay

$28.00 per hour + eligibility for overtime

Responsibilities

• Consistently demonstrate the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.
• Acquire knowledge from your trainer to gain a full understanding of the roles and importance of leading by building a culture of excellence.
• Shadow a store manager and/or manager trainee to learn the fundamental aspects of store operations, including preparing a presentation and a report on an operational area to be presented to ALDI executives.
• Learn aspects of the Customer Satisfaction Pyramid while conducting customer walks and participating in store tours.
• Learn and understand all relevant store operations policies and procedures.
• Assist trainer with administrative tasks (e.g., payroll, sales book, memo verification, invoices), as well as hiring, including interviews and orientations.
• Assist with inventory, and participate in a store reset and a grand opening if possible.
• Take initiative to create excellent store conditions and improve store associate performance and stock efficiency.
• Work closely with members of assigned team to develop subject matter knowledge.
• Attend company/department/team trainings and meetings as appropriate.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism by demonstrating excellent attendance, adhering to company guidelines, meeting objectives thoroughly and on time, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• In current pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field.

Skills

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of store personnel.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively within a group.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional and efficient manner.
• Ability to display initiative and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prepare written materials to meet purpose and audience.
• Act as representation for others by executing delegated tasks.
• Ability to prioritize and work under strict deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Give attention to detail and follow instructions.

Benefits

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits to all employees, including:

• 401(k) Plan
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program

In addition, full-time employees are offered:

• 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

Full-time employees average 30 or more hours per week within an annual lookback period. Benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees may vary by state.