Supply Chain 3PL Key Account Lead

Supply Chain 3PL Key Account Lead – Aldi (Atherstone National Office)

Recruiting Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Department: National & Regional Head Office (Supply Chain Management)

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (15-month and 23-month FTC options available)

Location: Atherstone National Office (Hybrid working available; must live within 90 minutes of office)

Salary Details: £37,545 – £43,840 per annum

About the Role

In this pivotal 3PL Key Account Lead role within National Supply Chain Management, you will take full ownership of Aldi's 3PL partner relationships. You’ll ensure market-leading product availability and service standards are met while maintaining highly competitive costs across the market.

As the primary contact for 3PL partners, you will take center stage in contract and cost negotiations, driving day-to-day operational excellence while shaping long-term supply chain strategy.

When you apply through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, you get standard Aldi national office perks plus dedicated, one-on-one candidate backing and guidance from our recruitment team throughout your application and placement journey.

Key Responsibilities

• 3PL Relationship & Performance Management: Own, build, and control 3PL partner relationships against KPIs, contractual terms, and operational goals.

• Commercial Negotiations: Lead 3PL cost, service, and contract negotiations to maintain cost efficiency for the business.

• New Provider Frameworks: Investigate, collate, and implement new 3PL provider frameworks aligned with evolving business needs.

• Project & Stakeholder Management: Lead multiple supply chain projects alongside Buying, RDCs, and suppliers while engaging internal and external stakeholders across all business levels.

• Continuous Improvement: Champion process developments to streamline operations, maximize efficiency, and ensure smooth product delivery to RDCs (including key peak events like Christmas).

Skills & Experience Needed

• Supply Chain & 3PL Expertise: Experience in retail or 3PL supply chain environments, with a track record of managing operational teams, cost negotiations, and provider contracts.

• Systems Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain systems (TMS, WMS, Portals), SAP, and Microsoft Office (specifically Excel & Word).

• Commercial Acumen: Robust negotiation skills, detail orientation, and proven ability to design and implement strategic solutions.

• Communication & Engagement: High confidence in building relationships with stakeholders across all leadership levels.

• Adaptable & Organized: Exceptional ability to prioritize multi-project workloads, multitask under conflicting deadlines, and work independently with a problem-solving mindset.

Working Hours & Location Requirements

• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (includes in-office flexi-time).

• Hybrid Working: Currently 2 days/week remote working (transitioning to 1 day remote working from January 2027).

• Location Constraint: Candidates must reside within a 90-minute commute of the Atherstone National Office.

• Please note: This role does not meet the requirements for visa sponsorship.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive Salary: £37,545 rising to £43,840.

• Generous Leave: 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

• Health & Wellbeing: Private employee medical insurance (after 4 years), company sick pay, and 24/7 access to a free, confidential Virtual GP service (including dependents under 16).

• Family Support: Company maternity, paternity, and adoption pay (after 1 year).

• MyBenefits Portal: Access to bike-to-work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plans, a free will service, travel deals, and gym memberships.

• Dedicated Agency Partnering: Comprehensive application support, interview preparation, and onboarding assistance from Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency.