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Updated Feb 9, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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District Manager Trainee at ALDI
Posted Feb 9, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2012 (took 3 weeks)
I submitted my resume and a cover letter to the email address provided on the ALDI careers website. Knowing that ALDI generally only does campus hiring, and prefers college students, I thought it was a long shot. I am two years out of college, working full-time and getting an MBA. Neither of the colleges I've attended are ALDI recruiting schools. Nevertheless, I received an email reply approximately 1 month after submitting my resume and cover letter, and I was told there would be interviews 1 month later. I paid for a plane ticket and traveled from my current residence to the district office where I hoped to work. The interview was on a Friday, and there were approximately 11 other candidates interviewing. We weren't told about a specific number of openings.
The first interview consisted of purely information and Q&A sessions' followed by a 1:1 interview with a Director of Operations from the local ALDI office.
That following Monday, I was sent an email letter that I had been selected for the 2nd round of interviews. This time they booked my travel, and I returned 2 weeks later. At this interview there were only two of us. We met all of the Directors, interviewed 1:1 with 4 of them, and got a tour of the warehouse. We then went to lunch with a current DM and DMT and were given a tour of the store. They provided some valuable insight into the job.
The people at ALDI seem very nice. They are goal oriented and success driven. They are serious about the business and, if you are a candidate, you need to be as well. Listen - there is a reason why the compensation package is so fantastic. A lot of responsibility is given to you as a DM, and a lot of work is expected. This is not a job, it more of a lifestyle. There is no 40 - hour week, and they tell you that upfront. If you just want to get in and out of the office everyday, and are more focused on what you get to do in your free time, they will caution you not to pursue the position any further, and that is good advice. But, if you're interested in real responsibility, commitment, autonomy, the ability to see how your work impacts the company, and at least twice the compensation of most of your friends, I'd say this job is a good choice for you. Make sure you express your passion in the interview.
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Negotiation Details
There isn't one. I was 110% happy with the offer. One great thing about this position is, you know what the offer will be before you even apply - it's right there online. That means there is (probably) no negotiation, but you'll be happy with the compensation anyway.
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test and a Personality Test.
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Internship at ALDI
Posted Feb 8, 2012
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2011 (took a day)
This interview went horribly. The interviewer was rude and blunt. He asked me a few questions then seemed to start making up questions for me to answer. It's almost like he was intentionally trying to make me feel uncomfortable. They only allot for 10 minute interviews, so be prepared to speak quickly.
Question: Name 3 influential people in your life and why
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Other Details
I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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District Manager Trainee at ALDI
Posted Feb 8, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2012 (took a day)
The interview was pretty good. They wanted to get to know you as much as possible, so it is your chance to shine, and do your best. They gave a presentatioin about the company the night before to clear up any questions you may have before the interview process, and get into exactly what you would be doing if hired.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Aldi District Manager at ALDI
Posted Feb 8, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 (took 1 week)
Made it through first interview easily. I couldn't make the second interview time because of a family emergency. Tried to reschedule for another day and they informed me they no longer wanted to interview me. Interviewer came off as being somewhat rude. I completely understood the culture at Aldi and he just didn't seem to pick up on that. It seemed as if everything I said positive about the company in the interview, he would argue it and try to prove me wrong. I have the impression now that there is a very negative culture and mistakes are absolutely not tolerated. Looking back, I'm glad I didn't get the job. Probably wouldn't have been happy. A negative atmosphere and 70-80hrs a week in run down looking grocery stores isn't what comes to mind when I think about a satisfying career.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Group/Panel Interview.
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Cashier at ALDI
Posted Feb 4, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2011 in Nashville, TN (took 1 week)
First I went to the mass screening where you stand in line with more than 50 people and do a short interview with a manager. Two days later I recieved a call from my now manager and asked for a second interview. At this point they asked me to take a drug test. After about 5 days the manager contacted me and asked for a third interview. At this interview the GM of that Aldi's district asked me questions about my strength and if i was really ready to work. I agreed and he offered me the job on the spot.
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Negotiation Details
If you are offered the job just because you get paid well and sit to ring up custmers dont think you this job is easy. It Is far from it.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Sales Assistant at ALDI
Posted Jan 28, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2012 in Northampton, England (United Kingdom) (took 2 weeks)
After months of seeking employment, I was gifted an interview at ALDI supermarket.
When I arrived, I was told that the interview would be quick, as there were alot of people to see. This hardly filled me with confidence. Throughout the interview, my interviewer (who we shall refer to as X), seemed quite put out by my appearance. I couldn't shake the feeling that I was not wanted. I had to listen to X's dreary, soul destroying drabble about how they'd 'worked up to the top' for which I did not care, boy I hate it when retail company managers act like I should worship the ground they walk on. The whole interview lasted fifteen minutes, with basic maths questions and an initial 'tell me about yourself' cliche. I was NOT impressed with the whole process, and couldn't wait to get out.
The interview ended, much to my dismay, with X asking me what I knew about the company & if i wanted to ask any questions; to be honest, all I wanted to do was leave, but I came out with some 'tell me about your journey' nonsense, X loved that.
I left, feeling pessimistic about the whole process, wanted to curl up into a ball and never leave the house again.
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Reason for Declining
I felt demeaned, adherent, auxiliary, deputy, like a disciple, a follower, a hanger-on, hireling, junior, menial, minion, minor, peon, satellite, second banana, subaltern, subject, subordinate, sycophant, underling. SO, i rejected the offer and am still seeking employment.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview and a Skills Test.
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Store Manager at ALDI
Posted Jan 20, 2012
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2012 in Detroit, MI (took 2 months)
Going thru the interview process, was awesome. I met some outstanding people that were being interview and that work for the company. I really felt I had a great shot at working for a great company. After the forth interview, which consisted of luch and a store tour, i was ready to sign on the dotted line. But they contacted me, and said they found someone with a better fit. No hard feelings though!
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Presentation.
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Store Manager Trainee at ALDI
Posted Jan 16, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2012 in Union City, NJ (took 2 weeks)
The 1st 2 interviews were with the district managers at a store location. One interview was a sit down, and the other was a store walkthrough. Both interviews were very straight forward and they ask many questions about your current job. A 3rd interview was help at the home office of the area.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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District Manager at ALDI
Posted Jan 9, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2011 in Haines City, FL (took a day)
The interview process takes from about 8am to 4pm. You interview with about six directors one-on-one. Mostly behavior type questions, your past, what you want out of the job, why you want the job, why you're a good fit, etc. You take a multiple choice written test that asks about 30 completely random questions (not too difficult but someone odd) and write two essays. Also go on a store tour nearby.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test and a Personality Test.
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Manager at ALDI
Posted Jan 2, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2011 in Tampa, FL (took a day)
It was light, and easy. No difficult questions if you have management experience.
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The interview consisted of a Background Check.
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