Area Manager (Graduate)
Aldi
AldiDarlington, DL3 0UWView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Pay
£52,020–£98,050/yr
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
Job description
Start your management career with Aldi and gain hands-on experience leading multiple stores. You’ll lead a multi-site portfolio of +5 stores, driving operational performance and fostering a strong commitment to customer service. Working closely with the Store Operations Director, you’ll ensure your stores meet and exceed targets while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.
- Lead and develop Store Managers to ensure tight performance targets are consistently met
- Collaborate with Store Managers to maximise store sales and drive performance through strong leadership
- Own operational costs, including payroll and wastage, driving a lean and efficient store operation
- Maintain a strong understanding of retail performance metrics and adapt to changing business needs
- Drive performance with Store Operations Director to ensure compliance, authorise requests, and deliver outstanding store results
- A 2:1 degree (or working towards) in any discipline
- Full UK driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
- Strong commitment to customer service and achieving business results
- Agile and proactive leader with a focus on delivering outcomes and embracing change
- A competitive salary package
- 5 weeks paid annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension from day 1, private medical insurance, long service awards, and sick pay
- A fully expensed company car
- Family leave including maternity, paternity, neonatal, and adoption leave
- Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities with a dedicated mentor from day 1
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
Aldi
First seen
20 October 2026
Last checked
22 October 2026
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About the employer
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