Supply Chain Planning Assistant

Supply Chain Planning Assistant – Aldi (National & Regional Head Office)

Recruiting Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Department: National & Regional Head Office / Supply Chain

Contract Type: 18-Month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

Location: Atherstone National Office

Salary Details: £37,545 – £43,840

About the Role

Join Aldi’s dynamic Supply Planning Team and play a vital role in managing inbound supply chain operations! In this position, you will own relationships with suppliers, driving their performance to ensure key products arrive across the network on time and in full. You’ll be at the heart of maintaining product availability year-round—especially during high-volume peak periods like Christmas.

When you apply through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, you gain standard Aldi head office perks plus dedicated guidance from our recruitment team to support you throughout your application and contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Inbound Management: Control inbound supply by collaborating with Supply Chain, Buying, Logistics, Suppliers, and Merchandising to consistently hit KPIs.

• Supplier Collaboration & Compliance: Partner with suppliers to optimize production and distribution into RDCs; monitor performance against KPIs and forecast alignment.

• Stock Availability: Ensure maximum availability of customer favorites all year, particularly during key seasonal peak events.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify process gaps, challenge the status quo respectfully, and implement continuous improvement opportunities to simplify operations.

• Cross-Functional Communication: Serve as a core link between internal departments (Buying, IT, Logistics) and external supply partners.

About You (Skills & Experience)

• Supply Chain Experience: Background in supply chain environments, ideally focusing on planning, inbound operations, or supplier management.

• Exceptional Communication: Skilled relationship builder who can articulate complex ideas clearly and tailor messages to diverse stakeholders while holding partners accountable.

• Problem-Solver & Detail-Oriented: Inquisitive, sharp problem solver comfortable using data to tackle challenges, streamline processes, and prevent errors.

• Tech Proficient: Skilled in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word for data analysis and reporting); familiarity with supply chain systems (Demand Planning, TMS, WMS) is a plus.

• Organized & Resilient: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure under pressure.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Competitive Pay: Starting salary from £37,545, rising to £43,840 over the 18-month FTC.

• Flexible Working Schedule: Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) with in-office flexi-time and 2 days/week remote working (changing to 1 day remote from January 2027).

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

• Health & Wellbeing: Private employee medical insurance (after 4 years), free 24/7 virtual GP service for colleagues and children under 16, and access to an online health cash plan.

• Additional Benefits: Pension scheme, company sick pay, enhanced family leave (after 1 year), long service rewards, and access to MyBenefits (discounts on shopping, gym, travel, cinema, and bike-to-work schemes).

• Training: Comprehensive training and ongoing development provided.

📌 Before You Apply:

• Applicants must live within 90 minutes of the Atherstone National Office.

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

• Aldi is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.