Sustainability Associate

ALDI is seeking a full-time Sustainability Associate in Aurora, IL, to support sustainability initiatives within the retail supply chain. The role involves collaboration with various teams, data collection, and sustainability reporting. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree and relevant experience. The position allows for remote work up to 3 days a week under ALDI's Hybrid Work Program, promoting a balance between in-office and remote responsibilities.
Have a passion for doing what’s right? So do we. Because we don’t just keep our prices low. We’re also using our innovations to lessen the impact of our practices. In the past couple of years, we’ve sponsored health and wellness programs, embraced solar power and so much more. On our Corporate Responsibility team, it’s as much about protecting our planet as it is our people – and your work will help do just that.

Are you a dynamic and passionate professional looking to advance sustainability practices within the retail industry? Join our team at ALDI, where we’re seeking a Sustainability Associate to support projects and programs that advance sustainability within the supply chain. You will work with buying teams, suppliers, and other subject matter experts across many supply chains to advance this important topic. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and play a part in advancing sustainability in the retail industry, apply today.
Position Type: Full-Time
Starting Wage: $30.75 per hour
Wage Increases: Year 2 - $31.75 | Year 3 - $33.25 | Year 4 - $34.75

Work Location: Aurora, 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.

• Provides general administration, word processing, data entry and filing support as required.
• Supports the development and delivery of Sustainability reporting, including internal and external benchmarking, aligning with key stakeholders, data collection, and development of ALDI’s action plans.
• Acts as a liaison for the multiple departments across ALDI regarding Sustainability-related issues.
• Maintains and improves organization of research and media monitoring for Sustainability trends and competitor activity, sharing and discussing findings with the team.
• Develops knowledge and understanding of Sustainability topics and industry trends proactively.
• Researches and analyzes multiple information sources.
• 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-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.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task efficiently.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Establishes goals and works toward achievement.
• Effective time management; maximizes productivity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Knowledge of accepted industry standards and practices.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's Degree in Business, Economics, Sustainability or a related field required.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience required.
• Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.

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.

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
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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.