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ALDI is one of the fastest-growing retailers in the nation. We're growing, and we're charting an aggressive growth course to become one of the top 3 grocery retailers in the US by store count. How can you play a part? By joining our Procurement team. The team will engage in the sourcing and tendering of the non-merchandise equipment, fixtures, supplies and displays that support our operations. Helping us grow can translate into a great move for your career. As a National Procurement Specialist _,_ you will have an exciting opportunity to support the sourcing, procurement, contracting, and supplier relationship management of non-merchandise products and services that support the store and business operations, both nationally and internationally. An ideal candidate will have experience in administrative coordination, project management, procurement of goods and/or services and have an educational background in Supply Chain Management or a business-related field. The objective of this role is to bring value to the company through sourcing and category management strategies. Position Type: Full-Time Starting Wage: $33.25 per hour Wage Increases: Year 2 - $34.75 Year 3 - $36.25 Year 4 - $37.75 Work Location: Dublin, OH This role is eligible to participate in ALDIu2019s 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. u2022 Consults with leadership on the development of the team's strategy. u2022 Liaises with internal and external parties to ensure timely and efficient communication flow. u2022 Keeps informed on external best practices and relevant changes within their area of responsibility and communicates updates to leadership. u2022 Makes recommendations to leadership about the awarding of business to suppliers. u2022 Conducts negotiations and leads vendor meetings per agreed tender timelines. u2022 Implements contracts and communicates contract and vendor updates both externally to the supply base as well as internally to the stakeholders. u2022 Recommends process improvements for area of responsibility. u2022 Ensures that the procurement plan aligns with the overall sourcing strategy. u2022 Identifies and executes cost-saving opportunities that directly impact the profitability of the company. u2022 Utilizes procurement levers to reduce total cost of ownership and optimize performance, quality, and service within department categories. u2022 Interprets market data and evaluates spend analysis to drive category planning. u2022 Conducts all source to contract activity, supporting the development and approval of sourcing strategies, market testing, negotiation, and contract finalization. u2022 Creates department-specific reporting as required to aid in overall planning and strategy. u2022 Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to leadership. u2022 Complies with ALDI privacy and security requirements and policies if job responsibilities include possible access to confidential and/or sensitive information. u2022 Other duties as assigned. Job-specific Competencies: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities u2022 Consistently demonstrates the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role. u2022 Gives attention to detail and follows instruction. u2022 Excellent verbal and written communication skills. u2022 Effective time management; maximizes productivity. u2022 Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience. u2022 Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties. u2022 Drives projects and tasks to completion through effective prioritization, work planning, time management, and cross-functional collaboration. u2022 Demonstrates clear rationale when making sourcing decisions, in consideration of cost, quality, delivery, and service. u2022 Negotiation skills. u2022 Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with Advanced MS Excel proficiency preferred. u2022 Experience and proficiency with SAP Ariba Software. Education and Experience: u2022 Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or a related field required. u2022 A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Business, Procurement and/or Retail Operations required. u2022 Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. Physical Requirements: u2022 Work may be performed in an office environment, remote office or a combination of both where a computer and office equipment may be used as needed to perform duties. u2022 Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another. u2022 Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse. u2022 Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs. Travel: u2022 International & Domestic travel required. u2022 Up to 15%. 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._