Climate And Nature Strategy Implementation Lead

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 6 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 a 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.

Leverage your expertise to drive ALDI’s Australian Climate and Nature commitments. In this newly created role, you will be pivotal in the development and implementation of ALDI’s supply chain emissions strategy and targets.

Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders nationally and globally you will be responsible for developing and driving the implementation of projects and initiatives to support ALDI achieve our emissions targets.

A subject matter expert, you will leverage your knowledge, analytical and communication skills to build and continuously improve business expertise to drive positive environmental change. This is a full-time permanent opportunity, based in Minchinbury.

What does the role look like? 

• Leverage past experience to drive the successful implementation of ALDI's Climate, Nature and Sustainable Products strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to establish baseline data to support the development of national targets and implement business projects or process changes to achieve targets.
• Build organisational and supplier partner capability on Climate and Nature topics and ALDI’s policies and requirements. 
• Analyse and interpret data to recommend actions and/or initiatives to support ALDI achieve its Climate and Nature targets.
• Implement tools to monitor and report on emerging market trends, regulatory, industry, competitor, and media developments in relation to nature and biodiversity.
• Support ALDI’s engagement with customers, NGO, government, and media in relation to Climate and Nature.

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.

What do we need from you?

• Possess in-depth knowledge of relevant Climate and Nature frameworks, standards, and regulations.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing Climate and/or nature strategies within a large organisation.
• Ability to establish and oversee the implementation, monitoring, and reporting systems for climate requirements, ensuring ongoing compliance with relevant standards.
• Confident, clear communicator with highly developed written and presentation skills, and the ability to engage and build rapport with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to leverage data-driven insights to inform and drive strategic decision-making within a dynamic business environment.
• Exhibit a genuine passion for  climate, nature, and biodiversity, driving a culture of continuous improvement.

What’s in it for you?

• Tiered salary range from $134,000 - $153,000 including super
• Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave for pursuing your passions outside of work
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working environment
• Be part of a company with purpose - we’re committed to sustainability for our planet, positively impacting our communities, supporting our farmers and suppliers and giving our customers a richer life for less.
• Support during life’s most important moments including paid parental leave, superannuation on parental leave, up to 5 days paid compassionate leave, natural disaster leave, emergency services leave etc
• An Employee Assistance Program that you and your immediate family can use which is 100% free and confidential
• Take advantage of complimentary access to free on-site physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles
• Access to wellness programs such as discounted gym memberships, discounted health insurance and more
• Opportunities to contribute to companywide projects, move laterally into other roles in the business and embark on international assignments
• Working with a retailer who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice (as voted in 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018)