About this role
Are you ready to come on the journey with a rapidly expanding team dedicated to revolutionising transport planning and financial settlement for all Aldi Managed Freight across the UK? In the role of Freight Execution and Settlement Assistant, you'll play a crucial part in shaping the transition to SAP for our Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs) across the UK. Join us and be part of this transformative experience!
This role is a 23-month FTC.
Your New Role
Be at the forefront of innovation! As we embark on a global move to SAP S/4HANA and TM transport planning, you’ll be an essential player in our missionTake the reins! Own the planning of transport routes for Aldi-managed freight across our 11 GB and 2 IE regions, helping roll out and streamline operations as we deliver ambitious targetsSet the stage for success! Establish and monitor freight agreements and transportation links to fuel our ever-growing networkInvestigate and reconcile! Dive deep into financial invoices, ensuring precision in every detail.Drive efficiency! Analyse data on financial spend, volume, and capacity to forecast future needs and enhance operational effectivenessIgnite improvements! Keep pushing the envelope; simplify processes, boost efficiencies, and challenge the status quoEmpower others! Share your expertise by training and upskilling fellow team members as the department flourishesEngage stakeholders! Collaborate across all levels of the business, maintaining strong internal and external partnershipsBecome a problem-solver! Identify best practices for the future, unlocking innovative ways to enhance our operationsCelebrate successes! Manage key events such as RDC launches and support the overarching department strategyCollaborate and conquer! Work with various business functions within Aldi to meet our ambitious goals effectively About You
Transport/Supply Chain/Logistics experienceTransport Planning experienceExperience working in a Supply Chain department within retailers or 3PL’sExperience managing, improving and delivering change in 3PL’sDemonstrate ability to design and implement solutions effectivelyDemonstrate ability to effectively manage external providersStrong negotiation and commercial acumenKnowledge of Supply Chain systems (TMS/WMS/Portals etc.)Experience using SQL/Python Transport/Retail/Supply Chain/Logistics experience.You possess a curious, process-driven mindset with hands-on experience using SAP in a transport planning environment an advantageAbility to expertly pull data sets, analyse trends, and draw insightful conclusions through logical reasoningStrong communicator! Managing priorities, aligning them with business needs seamlesslyProficient in SAP (experience with S/4HANA and Transportation Management is a plus)Strong capabilities with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and WordAn innate curiosity drives you to simplify processes and enhance consistencyPassionate about technology while keeping a keen focus on customer and business needSolution-oriented and analytically mindedTeam player and independent thinkerProactive multitaskerYou have a desire for continuous personal development and are adaptable when workload demands fluctuate What You’ll get in Return
Salary starting £37,545 rising to £43,840Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4pm, with the opportunity of 2 day a week remote working5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank HolidaysIn office flexi-timeFull training providedPension schemePrivate employee medical insurance after 4 yearsCompany sick pay schemeCompany maternity, paternity and adoption pay after 1 yearLong service rewardsAccess to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needsAccess to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16) * You’ll need to live within 90 minutes of your main working location
Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.
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*Please be aware that this role does not fulfil the requirements for visa sponsorship