Area Manager Review
at Aldi
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Management, Business Operations, Consumer Products/FMCG, Customer Service, Logistics and Operations, Merchandising, Project Management, Retail Manager
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Leadership of 6 retail units, with Store Managers operating as direct reports. Additional regional/national responsibilities that change over time.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Greta thus far.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Early on in my course (4 months), however extremely interesting and applicable so far.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
A little cumbersome getting used to the new systems used by the university but structure is clear.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Again, great so far. Limited involvement required for direct lead.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The university have been great so far.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
As described above, all learnings have been applicable so far.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
Nothing of note.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Aldi to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Demanding but rewarding workplace.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Aldi?
Expect to work extremely hard, learn fast whilst doing so, be rewarded with job satisfaction.
