Sustainability Specialist

ALDI USA
Aurora, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/20/2024
Have a passion for doing what’s right? So do we. Because we don’t just keep our prices low. We’re also using our innovations to lessen the impact of our practices. In the past couple of years, we’ve sponsored health and wellness programs, embraced solar power and so much more. On our Corporate Responsibility team, it’s as much about protecting our planet as it is our people – and your work will help do just that.

In this role the Sustainability Specialist - Nature & Biodiversity will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of our strategy for nature, biodiversity and water and work with global teams, buyers, suppliers and partners. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience have a background in sustainability or conservation. The objective of this role is to support holistic projects in our food supply chains that integrate work on climate, agriculture and conversation.

Position Type: Full-Time

Work Location: Aurora, IL

This role is eligible to participate in ALDI’s Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 3 days per week (i.e., work remotely up to 3 days per week; work in-office at least 2 days per week).

Duties And Responsibilities

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • Informs management of impending legislative, sustainability, and social matters.
  • Recommends process improvements for area of responsibility.
  • Supports direct leader in the training of new employees.
  • Manages reporting requirements for all teams by working with the appropriate managers and assistants to ensure accurate submission to stakeholders.
  • Maintains Sustainability programs and procedures in conjunction with management.
  • Conducts extensive research within area of responsibility and creates reports/summaries on the appropriate course of action to take.
  • Analyzes data and makes recommendations to leadership on new programs that could be implemented to address emerging trends.
  • Develops and maintains knowledge and understanding of Sustainability industry trends.
  • Maintains full knowledge of, and supports further development of, the company’s Sustainability policies, goals, and key performance indicators (national and international).
  • Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to leadership.
  • Complies with ALDI privacy and security requirements and policies if job responsibilities include possible access to confidential and/or sensitive information.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Job-specific Competencies:

  • Consistently demonstrates the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.
  • Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective time management; maximizes productivity.
  • Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience.
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to analyze data and make recommendations based on findings.
  • Knowledge of products and services of the company.

Education And Experience

  • Associate's Degree in Business, Economics, Sustainability, Supply Chain or a related field required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in Corporate Responsibility required.
  • Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.

Physical Requirements

  • Work may be performed in an office, remote office or a combination of both where a computer and office equipment may be used as needed to perform duties.
  • Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another.
  • Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse.
  • Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs.

Travel

  • Domestic travel required.
  • Up to 10%.

ALDI Offers Competitive Wages And Benefits, Including

  • 401(k) Plan
  • Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • PerkSpot National Discount Program

In Addition, Eligible Employees Are Offered

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays
  • Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay
  • Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Click here to learn more about the benefits ALDI has to offer

ALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

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