An exciting opportunity for a Marketing Assistant (Product and Projects) has become available within the National Buying department of ALDI Stores, based in Minchinbury. This role is a 24 month fixed term contract.

As a Marketing Assistant (Product and Projects), you will engage with multiple domestic and international stakeholders in order to support the scoping and delivery of multiple new and on-going projects, including a key ALDI transformation project.

What we are looking for:
With demonstrated experience in marketing, eCommerce and/or project management, the successful candidate will be able to develop, drive and implement project initiatives within tight deadlines. With a high level of communication skills, you will be able to effectively engage with a range of stakeholders and have the capacity to educate and inform others on designated products, project initiatives and processes.

Selection criteria:

• 3+ years’ experience in a marketing, projects or eCommerce Assistant role
• Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Commerce or similar field
• Prior experience in project management and implementation
• Demonstrated experience in FMCG/Retail industry highly regarded
• Proven experience using a range of agile project management methods desirable
• Advanced skills in MS Office suite, particularly Excel
• Knowledge of local and international retail landscape
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment whilst managing multiple tasks
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written

What's in it for you?  

• Market leading remuneration - commencing on $93,700 (including super)
• Great work life balance including working from home up to 10 days per month
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Free on-site parking available
• Be a part of a leading international retailer
• Work in a supportive team environment, led by a subject matter expert in Marketing

Role responsibilities: 

• Liaise with national and global stakeholders to support the scoping and delivery of marketing projects, including a key ALDI transformation project
• Provide a local perspective on an international roadmap of solutions and technology initiatives
• Deliver training and ongoing expertise to stakeholders regarding designated products and projects
• Assist the projects team to complete tasks and implement project plans
• Aid the team in managing the delivery of products and projects, using the appropriate agile project management methodology
• Work with product owners to help define the roadmap for products, translating into user stories
• Help define processes and procedures that will be supported by technological advancements that will improve store operations and procedures as well as customer outcomes
• Support with UAT / Quality management, User Experience (UX) and testing for local configuration

This role reports to the Executive Manager - Marketing.