ALDI Job Vacancies

ALDI are a fantastic employer for anyone looking to start or progress his or her career in the retail industry. Despite tough economic trading conditions Aldi are continuing to grow, increasing their market share year on year and building more stores across the UK. Aldi has received several accolades this year, named “Best Supermarket 2009” by Which?, plus “Grocer of the Year” and “Discount Grocer of the Year” in The Grocer Gold Awards.

To help build upon this recent success and facilitate further growth Aldi recognises the skills its employees bring to the organisation. Aldi has jobs vacancies for a variety of roles and whether you are looking for a full time job, part time job or even a graduate position it is possible Aldi will have a vacancy of interest.

If you have ever visited Aldi you may notice the supermarket operates with fewer staff than some of the other food retailers. This is because Aldi has a policy of recruiting high calibre individuals at all levels, who have a strong desire for career progression and a willingness to learn. Aldi staff are generally well-motivated thanks to the comprehensive training schemes in place and the above-average salaries paid to them.

Aldi Graduate Careers and Job Vacancies

Aldi has been recognised by The Sunday Times for being a leading UK employer for university graduates. The retailer has a well-developed training and management scheme in place and new recruits are financially well rewarded. This makes Aldi a prime target for applicants and the scheme is often over-subscribed.

If you are considering applying for a Graduate position with Aldi you need to do your research before hand in order to demonstrate that you have a good understanding of the company and what it will expect from you. As Aldi prides itself on recruiting only high calibre candidates, with at least a 2:1 level degree. You should ensure that your CV sells you and your abilities and will make you stand out from the competition.

Graduates employed by Aldi are rewarded well. For example, a Graduate Area Manager will be initially paid £40,000 p.a. and will benefit from a company car, which is currently a brand new Audi A4. Successful candidates will also benefit from the pension scheme, healthcare scheme, life assurance, five weeks paid holiday, international secondment possibilities and the prospect of a directorship after five years.

Training is constant and demanding. Aldi expects its graduate recruits to gain a good understanding of the operation in a short space of time. Regardless of position, the successful applicant will be trained in areas such as logistics, property management, product trading and financial administration.

Career progression for graduates can be rapid. The best candidates can be managing up to 6 stores by the end of 12 months but you really need to be driven and dedicated to achieve this.

If you feel you are the sort of candidate Aldi are looking for then you should start the application process. You can apply for a graduate vacancy with Aldi online, but be sure that you are ready to apply and have all the information you need to hand, because you can only apply once.

If you need more information about applying for a graduate job vacancy with Aldi then you should try and attend one of the careers fairs where they are exhibiting. Throughout the course of the year they attend a large number of events, such as The National Graduate Recruitment Exhibition, London, which is every October. These fairs are a great way of making contact with the company, asking any relevant questions you may have and chatting to current Aldi staff about their careers and the expectations of the company.

Aldi Store Vacancies

If you are looking for a job vacancy with a busy retailer then Aldi is the ideal choice. Not only does Aldi offer fantastic career prospects regardless of your starting position, but it also pays salaries much higher than the majority of UK food retailers.

Aldi Store Assistant Job Vacancies

To work in store with Aldi you need to be 18 years old and over. You also need to be motivated, bright and able to think quickly. With fewer staff in store than some of its competitors, Aldi store assistants are expected to “muck in” and undertake a wide number of jobs to ensure the store operates effectively. This means that you are unlikely to ever be bored as the variety of work is so varied. Working as part of a team is vital, so you need to demonstrate that you can interact well with other people and take direction if required.

You don’t need to work full time with Aldi, although full time jobs are available. Part time vacancies from 15 hours upward per week are also available, making the store a popular place for people with family commitments and students.

Benefits

Aldi is recognised for rewarding its staff well, and the benefits offered to Store Assistants include:

• Salary of £8 per hour, rising to £9 after the initial training period.
• 24 days paid holiday entitlement.
• A comprehensive initial training package, initially lasting around 6 weeks.
• Clear career progression if desired.

How do I apply?

You can find details of job vacancies on the Aldi website. If you see a vacancy of interest to you then apply directly online. It will also be beneficial to keep checking the notice board of your local store or chatting with a manager in store. Vacancies are often advertised at store level and can be filled very quickly.

Aldi Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager Vacancies

Although Graduates are often promoted to the positions of Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager Aldi also has a policy of external recruitment. It recognises that some of the brightest and most capable managers may not have attended university but have developed their career through previous retail employment.

If you are a person with a high level of confidence and a good deal of commercial acumen then you may be right for a managerial position with Aldi.

Managers with Aldi are rewarded well, with Assistant Store Managers paid around £25,000 rising to £28,000 p.a. after training. Store Managers can expect to be paid £33,000 rising to £46,000 p.a. after training.

However, pay levels are high because Aldi only recruits the best candidates, who are willing to work hard in order to achieve success. For both managerial positions, employees are expected to work a 48-hour week and be able to demonstrate that they can not only run a busy store, but also motivate and manage the people who work in it, whilst ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Benefits

In addition to the generous salary packages available Aldi Managers receive the following benefits:

• Non contributionary pension (after 2 years)
• Full and continuous training, which aids career development
• Clear path for further promotion if desired

How do I apply?

As with more junior store vacancies you can apply for a managerial position with Aldi online via the Aldi website. Be sure you are ready to apply and make sure your CV is up to date, sells your skills and highlights your past experiences and achievements. Managerial vacancies are likely to be over subscribed so you need to do all you can to really sell yourself.

If you do chose to build your career with Aldi it looks as though your future in retail may be bright, and we wish you all the best with your job search!