ALDI Foods
Feb 25, 2016
ALDI Foods
About Aldi
• Originated in Germany.• First stores in the U.S. in 1976.• Have almost 800 stores in the U.S. today.• Greenwood Division consists of over 50
stores.
Aldi as a Retailer• Limited assortment grocery store.• Scaled down version of a full size grocery
store.• 1000 of the fastest selling items carried.• 80-90% private label or discounted items.• #1 Priority is customer service.
Retailing at Aldi• Independence and autonomy to operate
your own business.• Tremendous amount of responsibility.• Fast-paced environment for hard-
working individuals with a high level of commitment.
What does the Job Entail?
• Leadership Duties.– Most important responsibilities– Recruitment and selection, motivation and
development, communication.– T.E.A.C.H.
• Operational Duties.– Auditing.– Inventory.– Merchandising.– Policy Management.
District ManagerPosition Requirements
• Leadership skills.• Well-rounded individual.• Self-motivated.• Accepts responsibility.• Enjoys a variety of
business aspects.
Training Program
• Extensive 52 week program.• 26 week in-store management training.• Hands-on program.
Salary and Benefits
• Salary scale:– 1st year: $65,000– 2nd year: $68,500– 3rd year: $74,500– 4th year: $80,000
• Benefits include:– Company Car– Insurance– Paid Holidays and Vacation Days– 401K & ALDI Retirement Savings Plan.
Summary
• Intensive leadership position• Huge responsibility and pay
immediately following college.• Not for everyone.
ALDI Foods