Deputy Store Manager (Store Operations)

Client / Employer: Aldi (via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency)

Salary: £14.75 - £15.72 per hour (plus an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store)

Contract Type: Permanent (Flexible, 25–35 hours per week)

Location: Didsbury

Vacancy Overview

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is excited to partner with Aldi to find a dynamic and driven Deputy Store Manager. In this role, you will take immense pride in driving sales, delivering exceptional customer service, minimizing costs, and optimizing operational efficiency. You will work closely with the Store Manager by training colleagues, perfecting merchandising displays, and hitting vital sales targets. This position offers real responsibility and serves as the ideal stepping stone for experienced team leaders aspiring to a full store management career.

Key Responsibilities

Store Leadership: Take full charge of running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager (qualifying you for the additional £4.00 per hour running-store premium).
Customer Excellence: Deliver standout service that consistently goes beyond expectations.
Team & KPI Support: Support the Store Manager in boosting employee engagement and meeting critical store performance targets.
Stock & Quality Control: Monitor product quality and manage reliable, consistent stock rotation.
Financial Oversight: Oversee accurate till cashing up and secure safe deposits.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are strictly maintained across the board.

Skills & Experience

Leadership Background: Proven experience managing teams within fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
Organizational Skills: Highly skilled in effective time management and cost control.
Results-Driven: Deeply motivated to consistently achieve and exceed performance targets.
Core Competencies: Strong customer service abilities paired with a sharp eye for operational compliance.
Industry Background: Previous store management experience is a valuable plus, though not essential.

Our Benefits

Competitive Pay: £14.75 - £15.72 per hour.
Store Management Premium: An additional £4.00 per hour earned whilst actively running the store.
Flexible Hours: Contracts ranging between 25 to 35 hours per week.
Paid Time Off: 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
Family Support: 26 weeks of full pay (after 1 year of service) for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave.
Career Growth: Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your career path.
Lifestyle Perks: Exclusive benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals.