Associate Buyer
$28.75 per hourSigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc
- Associate BuyerALDIBatavia, ILFull-TimeOct 21, 2026Procurement## Job DescriptionNational Buying Services is the department dedicated to acquiring the goods that our ALDI customers count on. Beyond working to secure quality products at the lowest possible prices through our Buying and support teams (Administration, Merchandising, Pricing, Quality Assurance, Analytics and more), our teams ensure we are providing the best value and quality in everything we do.Are you a dynamic and experienced professional looking to make a significant impact in the retail industry? Join our team as an Associate Buyer, where you'll have the opportunity to support the buying team and help shape our product assortment. This role offers a unique blend of creativity, problem-solving, and supplier communication in a fast-paced environment. If you're looking to grow your skills and advance your career in a growing organization, apply today. As part of the ALDI National Buying team, your focus will be putting great products in our stores that closely align with customer preferences. While working directly with suppliers, you'll focus on merchandising and pricing as well as corporate responsibility when it comes to our materials. You'll also focus on developing a wide range of products that meet or exceed our quality standards. If you're looking to grow your skills and your career, choose more with ALDI.We're looking for a motivated, results-driven Associate Buyer to join our growing ALDI National Buying team. In this role, you'll work closely with suppliers and support the Buying Director. You'll need exceptional time management and organizational skills, the ability to think critically, and be able to manage multiple projects in our fast-paced environment.**Position Type:**Full-Time **Starting Wage:**$28.75 per hour **Wage Increases:** Year 2 - $29.75 | Year 3 - $30.75 | Year 4 - $31.75 **Work Location:** Batavia, 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.\\* Supports the Director Buying to oversee the product life cycle of a sub-group of products.\\* Requests, organizes, and manages product samples from suppliers.\\* Understands commodities and provides recommendations to direct leader based on market knowledge.\\* Manages multiple projects at once by prioritizing, setting deadlines and coordinating the flow of information internally and externally.\\* Strategizes effectively to solve problems with vendors and product issues.\\* Utilizes various computer applications for database management, report generation and tracking spreadsheets.\\* Serves as the primary liaison between internal and external parties in coordination with direct leader.\\* Provides training to new staff and contributes to committee or teamwork.\\* Provides recommendations for changes or improvements on operating or training procedures and seeks further training on areas if needed.\\* Performs administrative and clerical duties such as answering phones, preparing documents, maintaining calendar meetings/appointments, upholding files, and processing paperwork.\\* Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader.\\* Upholds the security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.\\* 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.\\* Projects a positive image of the business.\\* Understands, recognizes and effectively manages challenges by proactively working to decrease their impact and frequency of occurring.\\* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.\\* Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties.**Education and Experience:**\\* Associate Degree in Business or a related field required. \\* A minimum of 1-3 years 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,** to all employees including:* 401(k) Plan* Company 401(k) Matching Contributions* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* PerkSpot National Discount ProgramIn addition, **full-time 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*\\*Full-time employees average 30 or more hours per week within an annual lookback period**\\*\\*Benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees may vary by state*Click here to learn more about the benefits ALDI has to offer *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.*### About ALDIOne of the nation’s favorite grocery stores. Our award-winning products are known for their exceptional quality and value. Our careers are earning honors from Forbes to Top Workplaces. Even more impressive are the big plans we have for you. Interested? Learn more about everything we can do for you and your career.
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