Transport Planner

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.

Join our Transport Management team as a Technician within the National Supply Chain Management department of ALDI Stores, based in Minchinbury NSW. 

As a Technician within our Transport Management team, you will be responsible for coordinating the efficient and successful movement of our transport vehicles across the nation. Your pursuit of efficiency, effectiveness, and product availability will ensure ALDI's products and services reach our customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.

This is a great opportunity to make a real difference to real people. ALDI is a place you’ll feel proud to work.

What does the role look like? 

• Support the Transportation Management team
• Utilise vehicle routing software ‘Route Planner’ and associated applications to carry out orders
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for effective planning and execution
• Ensure efficient flow of incoming and outgoing stakeholder correspondence and information
• Monitor and respond to any changes, issues, and queries
• Troubleshoot and resolve changes and/or problems to ensure smooth execution of transport plans
• Use initiative to control, manage and continually improve the quality and efficiency of work
• Present recommendations to relevant stakeholders
• Ensure the efficient processing of information/data and support across all job functions

What do we need from you?

• Demonstrated experience within Transport and Logistics operations 
• Understanding of different vehicle types (i.e. B-doubles or rigid vehicles)
• Experience with the ‘Route Planner’ software and/or SAP highly regarded
• Ability to problem solve and present productive solutions
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Demonstrated experience in data and information analysis
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
• Be available to work a 9-day fortnight roster and including rotating weekends.

What’s in it for you?

• Transparent tiered salary range of $80,500 - $92,600 including super
• Penalty rates and loading apply       
• Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave for pursuing your passions outside of work
• Enjoy the flexibility of work from home options
• 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
• Complimentary access to free physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles
• 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)
• Access to wellness programs such as discounted gym memberships, discounted health insurance and more