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Packaging & Product Circularity Specialist

  1. Full-time

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  1. Minchinbury

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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 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.


Job Description

Grow your career with a global retailer as a Packaging & Product Circularity Specialist within our Sustainability team at ALDI Australia, based in Minchinbury. This is a permanent full time position.

In this role, you will join a passionate team that supports ALDI's commitment to a more sustainable future. Our Sustainability team works diligently across the breadth of our operations, setting sustainability commitments and policies in critical areas such as human rights, responsible sourcing, plastics and packaging, waste and carbon, health, and community.

The magnitude of our efforts extends beyond merely setting targets; we also bear the responsibility for reporting on all ALDI’s sustainability commitments to both the Australian and International business sectors. It's about translating our dedication to people and planet into concrete actions that align with our business objectives, shaping a more sustainable future for all.

Every day you'll play a part in making our world a better place, working alongside like-minded individuals who share your passion for driving positive change. At ALDI, your work goes beyond the role; it's about making a tangible difference in the world, a chance to contribute to something greater than ourselves.

What does the role look like? 

  • Conduct research and support the Manager in making recommendations and advising the business on best practice packaging and product design, stewardship and end-of-life practices within a circular economy framework.
  • Support non-technical interventions to improve packaging and product sustainability and compliance across the business; including engaging with Buying and suppliers to deliver actions and address non-compliance.
  • Support the capture and management of ALDI’s packaging data to monitor compliance and improve data integrity in close partnership with data service providers and ALDI reporting teams.
  • Support internal and external reporting on packaging and product circularity related initiatives.
  • Support ALDI’s Communications Teams in developing ad-hoc topic-related communications and coordinate team resource updates and/or development as needed.
  • Assist in the coordination of stewardship programs and identify opportunities to improve product circularity.
  • Assist in the development and delivery of training to internal and external stakeholders on packaging and product circularity.
  • Support engagement with relevant stakeholders including coordinating meetings, topics and tasks, and information sharing.

Qualifications

What do we need from you?

  • Demonstrated understanding of packaging and product circularity and a passion for environmental/sustainability issues
  • Understanding of material end-of-life and recovery concepts either within retail or waste sectors
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to provide resolutions on time and within budget
  • Experience with APCO reporting requirements and/or PREP tool desirable
  • Experience working within FMCG is highly regarded
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability engage and influence multiple stakeholders
  • Strong project management and administration skills
  • Ability to take on responsibility and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

  • Transparent tiered salary range of $110, 800 - $132, 200 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)
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