Grace Cosgrove

About Grace Cosgrove

As a results-driven and strategic District Manager with over four years of experience, I oversee the operations, growth, and profitability of multiple store locations within the northern New Jersey market at Aldi. My expertise lies in driving sales, optimizing operational efficiency, and managing a team of 100+ employees. I focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences, implementing cost-saving initiatives, and fostering a culture of accountability and high performance. Key responsibilities include: • Managing day-to-day operations of 5 stores within northern New Jersey. • Leading, training, and mentoring a team of store managers, assistant store managers, and associates. • Analyzing financial performance and implementing strategies to drive revenue and control costs. • Ensuring adherence to company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards. • Act as a peer advisor/ mentor for district managers in training My passion for leadership and people, coupled with a proven track record of operational excellence, allows me to consistently exceed business goals and deliver results.

Experience

1. District Manager

   ALDI USA

   Nov 2020 — Present

   Lead store operations, projects, and all HR functions of a multi- store district averaging $80M in annual sales-Manage store conditions, operational KPIs, loss and expenses, while also communicating across all functional areas. Recruitment and personnel leader of 100+ staff members. Direct leader of 15+ management team members- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including vendors and various internal business units to identify and resolve complex issues, ensuring seamless project execution and high customer satisfaction-Act as a liaison between employees and HR, addressingemployee concerns, facilitating conflict resolution, andpromoting a positive workplace culture. Lead and participate in employee engagement initiatives to boost morale and retention-Spearhead launch and implementation of new in-storetechnologies such as curbside pickup, self-checkout, electronicshelf labels, and organic recycling-Collaborate with central teams, vendors, and operations to implement projects andoptimize new technology. Delivered 10% YoY average growth in Operational Efficiencyacross all locations in 2023.

Education

• Parkland High School

  High School

  2011 — 2015

• Loyola University Maryland

  Bachelor’s Degree

  2015 — 2019