Company Description
ALDI. Good Different.
With roots dating back to 1913, ALDI is proud to make a real difference to people across the world by offering top quality products for low prices. ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 6 states.
If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI you know we are not your average supermarket. We’re also not your average employer. ALDI is a place where you’ll find good people, good purpose and a good opportunities. So you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and have a rewarding career.
It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.
Job Description
Our National Real Estate department is seeking 2 x Procurement Specialists to join the National Procurement team of ALDI Stores, based in Minchinbury NSW. This is a permanent full-time position.
In this role you will be responsible for the efficient end-to-end procurement of corporate services across ALDI, with a focus on enhancing our Fixed Assets and Construction categories. The ideal candidate will thrive within a fast-paced corporate environment, collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders across multiple departments and projects to secure and manage high-quality commercial agreements.
What does the role involve?
- Lead end-to-end procurement process including planning, sourcing, negotiating, contracting and supplier lifecycle process
- Manage contract performance to drive our suppliers to meet contracted SLA’s and KPI’s
- Apply sound project administration skills to manage timelines, priorities, milestones, issues and risks
- Help shape strategies within Fixed Assets (HVAC & Fire Services) or Construction/Property Consulting categories
- Lead budget estimations, sourcing operations, review purchase bids and negotiate with suppliers
- Conduct spend analysis, review supplier data, analyse market trends, identify industry benchmarks and prepare reports to influence decision making
- Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to ensure efficient execution of agreed processes
- Assist the Executive Manager with presentations and projects as required
Qualifications
What are we looking for?
- Background in Procurement, Property, Construction or Facilities Maintenance preferred
- Demonstrated experience in Project Management or Coordination desired
- Demonstrated experience in Contract & Category Management desired
- Knowledge of Fixed Assets (HVAC & Fire Services) or Commercial Construction trends and best practices highly regarded
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Acute attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure across multiple projects
Additional Information
What's in it for you?
- Transparent tiered salary range of $110,800 - $132,200 *
- 5 weeks paid annual leave
- Structured training plan from day 1
- Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work - up to 2 days work from home per week
- Support during life’s most important moments including paid parental leave, superannuation on parental leave, up to 5 days paid compassionate leave, natural disaster leave, emergency services leave etc
- An Employee Assistance Program that you and your immediate family can use which is 100% free and confidential
- Take advantage of complimentary access to free on-site physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles
- Access to wellness programs such as discounted gym memberships, discounted health insurance and more
- Opportunities to contribute to companywide projects, move laterally into other roles in the business and embark on international assignments
- Be part of a company with purpose - we’re committed to sustainability for our planet, positively impacting our communities, supporting our farmers and suppliers and giving our customers a richer life for less
- Working with a retailer who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice (as voted in 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018)
This role reports into the Executive Manager - Procurement.
*Includes superannuation. Remuneration varies depending on location and experience.
