An exciting opportunity within our Buying team has become available in support of the National Buying department of ALDI Stores, based in Minchinbury. This opportunity is a permanent full-time position.

As an Executive Manager - Buying, you will be responsible for leading a team of Buying Assistants across multiple categories, who support the end-to-end buying process. This position will focus on the daily operations of the Buying team to ensure continuous improvement and performance within product categories.

Role responsibilities:

Manage a team of Buying Assistants and contribute to their professional development through mentoring and consistent support

Provide analysis and recommendations of current market and competition through market knowledge and research

Management of the product tender process, critical path, administration, catalogue with a particular focus on Specials Management

Assist the Director as required with:

Negotiation of tender costs

Recommendation on product selection

Specifications

Market and competitor analysis, reporting and relevant price recommendations

Prepare sales and profitability analysis for consideration

Implement and manage operational processes, critical path, administration, and improvement initiatives

What's in it for you?

Market leading remuneration - $133,200 - $179,300 (including super)

Hybrid working model - 10 days a month working from home

Be a part of a leading international retailer

5 weeks annual leave

Work in a team of collaborative, friendly and supportive colleagues

Tailored training program to help you get started

Selection criteria:

3-5 years’ experience within a relevant field, with leadership experience desirable

Solid understanding and experience within the Liquor (Sparkling Wine, Wine, Beer & Spirits) industry

Supplier management skills and the ability to manage domestic and international suppliers

Experience with sales and profitability reporting

Proven negotiation skills

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders

Expert problem-solving skills with the ability to ‘think outside the box’

Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to adapt to new systems and high stress situations

Demonstrated strategic planning and implementation of new processes

Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite

Strong attention to detail and accuracy, along with excellent verbal and written communications

Presentation skills and ability to present to small groups

This role reports to the Buying Director.

COVID-19 update

At ALDI we believe that our employees should expect to come to work every day with the comfort and confidence that they are in the safest possible environment. You will be required to adhere to all ALDI and State and Federal Government COVID-safe practices and regulations.

From March 1st 2022, a condition of ongoing employment with ALDI will be that employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have a valid exemption. This requirement will apply to all employees across stores, warehouse, transport and offices.