Aldi - Retail Management Placement

Aldi is one of the most reputable retailers in the global business market today. Our goal has always been very simple: to provide great value and quality, using leaner and smarter business processes. And it's working. We're winning all kinds of awards and new stores are springing up all over the country as we rapidly increase our market share.

We wouldn't be this successful without recruiting strong-minded, passionate people to share our ambitions. We employ around 20,000 people in the UK alone, and we're constantly growing.

If you understand the impact of hard work and commitment in a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment, then a career at Aldi could be perfect for you

About The Job

This is your chance to get a real taste of retail, as you're exposed to every facet of our business over the 12 months of your placement.

You'll spend the first few months in store, learning about (and actually doing) everyone's different roles. It can be very hard work: you could be stacking shelves, operating the till, serving customers…whatever's required, you're there with a helpful smile and a good head on your shoulders. Once you know what goes into every role, you'll be better equipped to manage and lead the team.

Along the way, you'll complete a number of different projects in a variety of areas across the business, including Logistics, Administration, Property and Trading. You'll also work alongside an Area Manager, getting a real insight into their role. As a result, you'll be perfectly placed to hit the ground running on our Area Manager Programme once you've graduated. It can be daunting – but it can also be a fantastic opportunity to learn and be inspired by a company that's so different to all the others.

Key Responsibilities

• You’ll be exposed to every facet of the Aldi business over the 12 months of your placement.
• Spend time within a Store to gain a real insight into the business.
• Complete a number of projects in a variety of areas across the business, including Logistics, Administration, Property, and Trading.
• Work alongside an Area Manager to understand the role further.
• Once you know what goes into every role, you’ll be better equipped to manage and lead the team

Benefits

• £26,000 salary.
• 4 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Full training provided.
• Discounted Health Cash Plan.
• A variety of Aldi Perks including bike to work scheme, discounted gym passes, accommodation, travel, cinema and family day out tickets.

Essential Skills Required

• 96 UCAS points from your top 3 A Levels or equivalent (53 UCAS points for Scottish Highers)
• Working towards a 2:1 in any degree discipline (or equivalent)
• Driving licence
• The right to work in the UK

If you’re looking for a career that gives you the chance to make a real difference, please submit your application as soon as possible.