Administrative Assistant (PR)

Behind every great deal at ALDI are people working to bring it all together. Our team of administrative professionals tackle the ins and outs of running a well-oiled business as they collaborate and support the operations of our National Services office. This position will report directly to the Public Relations team and provide related administrative support across the Marketing Department. The ideal candidate is highly organized, a great communicator and a natural problem solver. Ready to join the team?Position Type: Full-TimeStarting Wage: $23.75 per hourWork Location: Aurora, ILThis role is eligible to participate in ALDI’s Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 3 days per week (i.e., work remotely up to 3 days per week; work in-office at least 2 days per week).Duties and Responsibilities:Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Generates reports and ensures timely distribution to management and/or department. Communicates and monitors purchase orders with vendors. Coordinates training schedules for ALDI employees. Creates efficiencies to reduce processing times and successful completion of team projects. Maintains Outlook calendars for management by scheduling calls, meetings, and/or travel arrangements. Sustains electronic and physical filing systems for storing company documents. Evaluates invoices for accuracy, resolves discrepancies, and prepares for approval. Conducts audits to ensure compliance of company processes. Performs all assigned tasks accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Maintains confidentiality and privacy of employee and company sensitive data. Other duties as assigned.Job Qualifications:ALDI Acts Competencies:Perform within ALDI Acts competencies as outlined below. Collaborates and Cooperates with Team: Commits to and supports a collaborative and high-performing working environment with peers and management. Drives for Success: Seizes opportunities and proactively takes concrete actions to complete tasks. Goes the “extra mile” and persistently overcomes obstacles to improve outputs. Focuses on the Customer: Seeks to understand underlying customer needs to create value. Drives the team to maintain focus on customers. Manages and Supports Projects: Effectively plans, executes and supports project needs to support management and the larger ALDI business. Organizes and Executes with Accuracy: Leverages a systematic, efficient and organized approach while ensuring quality and accuracy of results. Thinks Critically and Resolves Problems: Responds to emerging problems in an accurate and timely manner. Where possible, leverages available resources to address situations before they occur.Job-specific Competencies:Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Gives attention to detail and follows instruction. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize and work under strict deadlines. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Ability to stay organized and multi-task efficiently. Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.Education and Experience: Associate's Degree in Business or a related field required. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required. Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.Physical Requirements: Work may be performed in an office, remote office or a combination of both where a computer and office equipment may be used as needed to perform duties. Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another. Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse. Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs.Travel: Minimal travel required as needed for job related duties such as training, project work and administrative tasks.ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PerkSpot National Discount Program

In addition, eligible employees are offered:

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays

Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay

Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Click here to learn more about the benefits ALDI has to offer (https://careers.aldi.us/benefits)ALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.