Freight Execution Coordinator

Company Description

ALDI. Good Different.

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 good opportunities. So you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and have a rewarding career.

It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.

Job Description

Grow your career with a global retailer as a Freight Execution Coordinator within our National Supply Chain department at ALDI Australia, based in Minchinbury. This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity.

As a Freight Execution Coordinator, you will join a team dedicated to maintaining the relationships with our carriers, by planning, preparing, and processing freight activities. With an eye on continuous improvement, we are looking for a proactive individual with a robust understanding of an agile and fast-paced FMCG environment. Your pursuit of efficiency, effectiveness, and product availability will ensure our products and services reach our customers in a timely and cost-effective manner, maintaining our competitive edge.

What does the role look like?  

• Provide timely and accurate information related to the status of freight movement.
• Assist in the relationship management of freight carriers and external stakeholders.
• Handle negotiations with external service providers to ensure optimum rates and results.
• Assist in the resolution of supply chain challenges, with a focus on long term solutions.
• Manage freight claims through investigation, resolution, root cause analysis, and cost recovery activities.
• Maintain various supply chain matrixes, templates and spreadsheets.
• Support the team with ad-hoc administrative tasks.

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

What are we looking for?

• Demonstrated experience in supply chain, logistics or transport environment. Experience within domestic transport management (road/rail/coastal) is highly regarded.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and/or TM.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify insights, and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, with the ability to analyse and manipulate data to support decision-making.
• Ability to effectively prioritise competing demands, balancing immediate needs with broader business objectives.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with the ability to quickly learn new systems, embrace technology, and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.

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.
• Boost your wellbeing with the MyALDI wellbeing program with discounted access to Fitness Passport and health insurance.

Remuneration

• Transparent tiered salary range of $85,800 - $98,700 including Superannuation.

At ALDI, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and identities. To learn more, please visit www.aldicareers.com.au