Strategic 3PL Key Account Lead (Hybrid)

Aldi UK; Atherstone; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £37,545–£43,840 per year

23 month FTC

2 days remote per week

Job summary

Aldi UK is seeking a Directs role within National Supply Chain Management to coordinate and manage Aldi-owned freight and a network of 3PLs. You will onboard new carriers, ensure on-time delivery, and drive cost efficiency.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, project management across RDCs and Buying, and a focus on continuous process improvements. Hybrid working with some remote days is included.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or supply chain/logistics sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Own building, managing and controlling key 3PL relationships aligned with KPIs and contracts.
• Lead 3PL negotiations to maintain competitive costs for Aldi.
• Develop new contracts/frameworks with 3PL providers as needed.
• Manage multiple supply chain projects with Buying, RDCs and suppliers to meet deadlines.
• Engage and manage internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Drive 3PL process improvements to ensure product availability into RDCs from suppliers.
• Solve operational issues to meet agreed service levels.
• Continuously simplify processes to maximise efficiencies.
• Support delivery of department strategy and key events.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Communication skills

Excel

Stakeholder management

SAP experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aldi UK is seeking a Directs role within National Supply Chain Management to coordinate and manage Aldi-owned freight and a network of 3PLs. You will onboard new carriers, ensure on-time delivery, and drive cost efficiency.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, project management across RDCs and Buying, and a focus on continuous process improvements. Hybrid working with some remote days is included.