Supply Chain Analyst

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. 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. The objective of this role is to manage and administer ALDI Supply Chain programs by economically securing product for the business, which in turn, promotes the company's objectives of maximizing sales and controlling expenses. In addition, the position will assist with the advancement of numerous Supply Chain initiatives in accordance with company guidelines.
In this role the Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for enhancing and streamlining our Supply Chain operations to achieve optimal efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in SAP Transportation Management (TM) and a deep understanding of Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes, along with advanced proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting. Additionally, experience in defining and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) will be crucial in this role.
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.
• Liaises with internal and external parties as required, maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.
• Supports direct leader in implementation of the team strategy.
• Recommends process improvements for area of responsibility.
• Prioritizes tasks, takes responsibility for results, and uses escalation paths if needed.
• Provides cover for colleagues where necessary.
• Analyzes work processes with the objective of driving efficiency, service levels and cost reduction.
• Analyzes and interprets data to recommend a course of action.
• Utilize statistical methods and data visualization tools to present findings and trends to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide analytical solutions.
• Create and automate reports and dashboards to streamline information dissemination.
• Assists with testing of new procedures and systems.
• 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.
Job-specific Competencies:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• 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.
• Proficient in a wide range of analytical, quantitative, and statistical techniques and tools to derive insights from large, complex data environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel knowledge, including at least one programming language not to be limited to VBA, R, SQL or Python.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and machine learning concepts is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technologies and industry best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field required.
• A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in Business required.
• Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
• Extensive experience with analyzing and interpreting data to provide insights preferred.
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:
• Minimal travel required as needed for job related duties such as training, project work and administrative tasks.