Executive Manager- Supply Chain (Forecasting & Data Analytics)

Company Description

With roots dating back to 1913, ALDI is proud to make a real difference to people across the world by offering top quality products for low prices. ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 5 states.

If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI you know we are not your average supermarket.  We’re also not your average employer. ALDI is a place where you’ll find good people, good purpose and great opportunities. So, you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and enjoy a rewarding career.

It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.

Job Description

An exciting opportunity as an Executive Manager- Supply Chain has become available within the National Supply Chain department of ALDI Stores, based in Minchinbury. This is a full-time permanent opportunity.

As an Executive Manager, you will be leading a team of Analysts and Specialists responsible for the replenishment forecasting engine (SAP UDF) inside the National Supply Chain department.

As the Executive Manager you will lead a team in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment, determine priorities and deliver excellent forecasting outcomes during key seasonal and operational cycles. You will be a resilient and a solutions-focused self-starter who exhibits initiative with an ability to build rapport with stakeholders.

What does the role look like?

• Lead and mentor a team of Data Analysts & Specialists to optimise ALDI’s Replenishment Forecasting Engine (SAP UDF).
• Find innovative ways to search for meaningful patterns, trends, and relationships amongst large amounts of data and convert them into actionable forecasting decisions.
• Liaise internationally with other ALDI Countries to learn and share best in class forecasting model settings.
• Oversee and support collaboration with data owners (National IT) to ensure data accessibility and quality control of the data.
• Work seamlessly with the Operational Replenishment Execution team and Supply Planning to utilise Forecasting Insights to assist replenishment decisions.

And the best part? Every single day at ALDI, you'll know you're making a difference, supporting our mission to help everyday Australians live richer lives for less.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a Forecasting & Data Analytics, Replenishment Execution or Operational Team focused on data-driven decision making, particularly in Supply Chain and/or Retail is essential.
• A proactive seeker of feedback who fosters personal and team growth through reflection and continuous improvement
• A clear, impactful communicator who informs, inspires, motivates and influences others to drive team success
• An inclusive collaborator who actively consults, resolves conflict as it arises and appreciates alternative perspectives and opinions
• A decision maker who shows ownership by making informed decisions, executing efficiently, and taking responsibility for results
• A change catalyst who embraces and navigates change with enthusiasm, looks for improvements and effectively supports team members to implement change
• Basic technical competency in Data Analytics (e.g. Intermediate Excel, basic understanding of SQL, Python, Tableau/Power Bi) desirable but not required
• Knowledge of SAP, specifically, SAP UDF, SAP S/4 HANA, SAP BW and SAP F&R is desirable

Additional Information

• Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave for pursuing your passions outside of work.
• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work options.
• Support during life’s most important moments including paid parental leave, including superannuation on parental leave.
• Complimentary access to free physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles.
• Work with a company who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice every year since 2018 - 2024.
• Access to wellness programs such as discounted gym memberships, discounted health insurance and much more!

Remuneration

• Transparent tiered salary range of $159, 000 - $208, 800 including Superannuation.

Ready to embark on a good different career? To learn more about what it is like to work at ALDI visit our careers site www.aldicareers.com.au