Supply Chain Project Manager

We're ALDI, one of America's favorite grocers. We've grown a lot in the past few years, expanding our reach and customer base all around the country. Whether it's in customer service or our exceptional products, we owe our success to the efficiencies we create in every corner of our company and the people at each level who make that happen.

We have a message to get out:  we’re growing. Fast.  ALDI is one of the fastest-growing retailers in the nation and we are on course to become the third-largest U.S. grocery retailer by store count in 2022. That’s why we need dedicated people to navigate the supply chain challenges.  As we expand, this is your chance to join a team where your hard work is guaranteed to make a difference. As a Project Manager Supply Chain, you will help usher ALDI into our next chapter by focusing on the modernization of our warehouses. You will also make recommendations on technology utilization to design our future supply chain. With a thriving organization like ours, this can make for a rewarding career.

Position Type: Full-Time
Work Location: Batavia, 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.

• Decides upon and approves equipment and material purchases according to the manager authority level, and subsequently advises the direct leader.
• Decides on contracts within the scope of their responsibilities and in alignment with the direct leader.
• Ensures the training, development, and performance of their team’s staff to retain a motivated, professional workforce that achieves their career objectives.
• Recruits and recommends qualified employees for their team’s staff positions.
• Approves all time-off requests for direct reports.
• Establishes and communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to their team to ensure a mutual understanding of desired results; evaluates performance and achievement of expectations and desired results; resolves internal or external barriers that prohibit successful goal achievement.
• Understands the overarching company strategy, while communicating and modeling the core values of the organization to create a sense of teamwork and membership among employees.
• Communicates relevant information and knowledge across multiple departments to help drive and develop sales and profitability for the business. Consults with direct leader in terms of dismissal, transfer, promotion and suspension of employees.
• Consults with leadership on the development of their team's strategy.
• Advises leadership to source external vendors for applicable services when appropriate.
• Liaises with divisions to ensure timely and efficient communication flow.
• Consults with the business to effectively design and streamline applicable processes within the organization.
• Keeps up-to-date on external best practices and relevant changes to their field/area; communicates updates to leadership.
• Works closely with other senior staff members and subject matter experts to develop and contribute to speeches, presentations, videos and other communication materials relevant to current business opportunities.
• Reports any significant changes in their area of responsibility to their direct leader, with recommendations of action to be taken.
• Analyzes existing business challenges to identify root causes and develop recommended solutions.
• Views the ALDI supply chain from port-to-cart in order to consider any implications that recommended solutions will have on downstream business partners.
• Works cross-functionally to design business process improvements and align on potential solutions. Assists with one or more of the supply chain areas such as international transportation, domestic transportation, carrier relations, accounts payable, category planning, forecasting, replenishment, network planning, supply chain design, or performance monitoring/analytics.
• Identify areas for opportunity within the US or international supply chains and develops solutions to meet those challenges.
• Manages their team by driving projects and tasks to completion through effective prioritization, work planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Identifies cost-saving opportunities and potential process improvements.
• Serves as the primary link between their team’s staff and leadership to assure understanding of company goals, objectives, and opportunities for improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:
ALDI Acts Competencies:
Perform within ALDI Acts competencies as outlined below.

• Managing Self: Seeking feedback, reflecting upon personal behaviors and looking for growth opportunities. Displaying composure, resilience and a positive approach to work.
• Communicating with Impact: Communicating clearly and effectively in written, non-verbal and verbal communication to inform, inspire, motivate and influence. Appreciating the importance of listening, empathy and respect.
• Cooperating with Others: Creating and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Actively consulting, managing conflict and appreciating alternative perspectives and cultures.
• Leading People: Fostering a cooperative leadership style that empowers and motivates. Providing clear expectations and direction. Developing people in their roles and supporting future growth.
• Driving Decisions and Results: Showing ownership by making informed decisions, executing efficiently and taking responsibility for results. Pursuing goals and taking initiative. Using market awareness to better meet the customers' needs (internal and external).
• Managing Change: Demonstrating flexibility and embracing changes to adapt to shifting business needs and emerging technologies. Identifying opportunities for business improvements. Effectively implementing changes in alignment with business goals.

Job-specific Competencies:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to recommend, interpret, and/or apply company policies and procedures.
• Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of direct reports.
• Understands the history, strategy, organizational authority, interdependence of job duties, products, systems, and services of the company.
• Conflict management skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to develop and execute project plans.
• Knowledge of current product/transportation management tools and systems, such as  MMP, MMS, CGO-S, Perishable Ordering Program (POP), Centralized Ordering Tool (COT) and Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Ability to prioritize and work under strict deadlines.
• Ability to analyze and present complex data.
• Develops and maintains a positive relationship with all business partners.
• Ability to analyze and present complex data.
• Project management skills, including the achievement of desired results within scope, timeline, and budget.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business or Project Management preferred.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain design, Business, Project Management and/or retail operations preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in an office environment where a computer, telephone and other office equipment are 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:

• Local 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 Employee Discount Program

In addition, eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance

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.