Deputy Store Manager – Aldi (Basildon)

Recruiting Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Department: Store Operations

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

Location: Basildon

Pay Rate: £14.75 – £15.72 per hour

⚡ Store Running Premium: Earn an additional +£4.00 per hour while running the store!

About the Role

As a Deputy Store Manager, you’ll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimizing costs, and improving operational efficiency. You’ll work closely with the Store Manager to train colleagues, check displays, and achieve key store targets. This role offers real leadership responsibility and serves as the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders aiming for a full Store Management role.

When you apply through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, you get standard Aldi perks plus our dedicated recruitment team guiding you through the application process and supporting your career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Store Leadership: Take charge and run the store seamlessly in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager.
Customer & Team Focus: Deliver exceptional customer service while supporting the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and hit KPIs.
Operations & Compliance: Oversee till cashing up, safe deposits, stock rotation, quality control, and strict Health & Safety standards.

Skills & Experience Needed

Leadership Experience: Proven experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
Business Savvy: Skilled in time management, target achievement, and cost control.
Customer & Safety Minded: Passionate about high service standards and maintaining operational compliance.
Prior Store Management experience is a bonus, but not essential!

Benefits & Perks

Enhanced Pay: £14.75 – £15.72/hr PLUS an extra £4.00/hr premium when running the store.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible contracts between 25 and 35 hours per week.
Time Off: 28 days of paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
Family Support: Enhanced maternity/adoption leave (26 weeks full pay after 1 year of service).
Lifestyle Perks: Discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, holiday deals, and health benefits.
Growth & Support: Comprehensive training, clear progression pathways, and dedicated backing from Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency.