Warehouse Development Project Manager

ALDI is one of the fastest-growing retailers in the nation, charting an aggressive growth course to become the third-largest U.S. grocery retailer by store count. The Warehouse Development team supports the construction design and management, expansion planning, and land acquisition for our distribution network.

About the role

The Project Manager of Warehouse Development will work with internal logistics, IT, warehouse operations, and manage external construction partners to achieve expansion of the ALDI Distribution Center Network. The objective is to meet growth initiatives through modernization and expansion of Regional Distribution Centers.

This is a full-time position based in Dublin, OH, eligible for ALDI's Hybrid Work Program, allowing remote work up to 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the training, development, and performance of team staff to retain a motivated, professional workforce.
• Recruits and recommends qualified employees for team staff positions.
• Establishes, communicates, and evaluates job responsibilities and performance expectations.
• Communicates and models the core values of the organization to foster teamwork.
• Provides oversight and direction during the construction process from groundbreaking through final occupancy permit.
• Ensures work is completed in accordance with construction plans, specifications, and budget via regular site visits and supervision of the general contractor.
• Identifies and communicates cost-saving opportunities for constructing or remodeling facilities.
• Works with government officials, utility companies, and suppliers to meet project deadlines.
• Assists in reviewing engineering, building, and site design with selected Architect and Engineering firms.
• Assists with meetings to present ALDI concepts and plans.
• Assists with site and building cost estimates for site evaluation packages.
• Advises on changes or actions to improve team efficiency and effectiveness.
• Informs management of recurring issues or training needs.
• Consults with leadership on team strategy and external vendor sourcing.
• Liaises with business areas to ensure timely and efficient communication.
• Consults on process design and streamlining within the organization.
• Stays updated on external best practices and communicates relevant changes to leadership.
• Reviews plan updates with direct leader to ensure approved changes are implemented.
• Communicates with divisional personnel as needed.
• Verifies the need and cost of proposed change orders and submits them for approval.
• Oversees construction of new and remodeled facilities to ensure compliance with governmental codes and ALDI specifications.
• Ensures all proper permits, bonds, final approvals, lien waivers, and bond closeouts are secured.
• Assists in training and developing team members.
• Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to leadership.
• Manages team projects and tasks through effective prioritization, planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Identifies cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Serves as the primary link between team staff and leadership to align on company goals and opportunities for improvement.
• Complies with ALDI privacy and security requirements and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Consistently demonstrates ALDI Acts Competencies as outlined for the role.
• Ability to recommend, interpret, and apply company policies and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication to enhance team performance.
• Understanding of company strategy, organizational authority, and interdependence of job duties.
• Conflict management skills.
• Ability to prepare written materials tailored to purpose and audience.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively within a group.
• Ability to facilitate group involvement in meetings.
• Negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of design, construction, renovation, and rebuilding techniques.
• Ability to build, employ labor, and construct facilities within budget.
• Successfully manages the work effort of outside resources within timeline and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; preferred fields include Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Business, or Project Management.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Business, Project Management, or retail operations; or a minimum of 3 years of relevant ALDI experience.
• A valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• 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, using a computer and office equipment.
• Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand, and move between areas.
• Constant and repeated use of keyboard/mouse.
• Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift, and move up to 25 lbs.

Travel

Domestic travel required, up to 50%.

Pay

Starting salary: $155,250. Salary increases: Year 2 - $165,500 | Year 3 - $176,000.

Benefits

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits to all employees, including:

• 401(k) Plan
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program

Full-time employees are also 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

Full-time employees average 30 or more hours per week within an annual lookback period. Benefits may vary by state.