Strategic National Procurement & Sourcing Specialist

ALDI USA; Batavia (IL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PerkSpot National Discount Program

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Job summary

ALDI USA is seeking a National Procurement Support to assist in sourcing, contracting, and supplier management for non-merchandise goods and services across the U.S. and internationally.

The role focuses on end-to-end procurement, cost-saving initiatives, and SAP Ariba administration from Batavia, IL, under a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in a related field, with at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Procurement and/or Retail Operations or a related field required.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supports the procurement plan to align with overall sourcing strategy.
• Supports and coordinates the full end-to-end procurement process including market/industry research, preparation and evaluation of requests for proposals (RFPs), coordinating all tests and trials, and implementation of non-merchandise contracts.
• Identifies cost-saving opportunities and process improvements and recommends changes to direct leader.
• Uses procurement levers to reduce total cost of ownership and optimize performance, quality, and service within department categories.
• Analyzes and investigates spend data to aid strategic planning and development for the category. Supports the development of sourcing strategies, market testing, negotiation contract finalization and engages in all other source to contract activity.
• Creates and administers department-specific reporting as required to aid in overall planning and strategy.
• Trains and cross trains with other employees.
• Supports all relevant SAP Ariba system processes and administration, including sourcing functions, contract creation, order catalog creation and maintenance, reporting tools and system user support.
• Facilitates procurement activities in consideration of cost, quality, delivery, and service.
• Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader.
• 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 description

ALDI USA is seeking a National Procurement Support to assist in sourcing, contracting, and supplier management for non-merchandise goods and services across the U.S. and internationally.

The role focuses on end-to-end procurement, cost-saving initiatives, and SAP Ariba administration from Batavia, IL, under a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in a related field, with at least two years of relevant experience.