National IT Specialist

It's simple, really. You'll be an expert in your field, and our go-to person for all things IT in the technical or commercial arena.

Our National IT teams support Aldi by delivering our system and infrastructure needs. In this vital, hands-on role, you'll provide first and second-level support. Plus, you'll make recommendations to improve what we do – testing new and existing programs as needed. You're a specialist after all.

We do things our own way at Aldi. But whatever we're doing, we must be getting it right. With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we're opening new stores at lightning speed. As our customers grow and change with technical advances, our own people and business need to as well.

We are looking for an IT Specialist to support the National IT Assortment team who support the National Buying teams with a whole host of applications. The landscape continues to be enhanced to achieve greater efficiencies and better user experience. To stay on top of this ever-changing roadmap you will need to be an organised and adaptable individual. This is a great opportunity to play a part in shaping and supporting the future of the Buying Department.

You will work closely with our National Business Coordination team but also be able to form relationships in International IT and across the ALDI global network.

You will not only be responsible for multiple systems but be a stakeholder in several projects and therefore attention to detail, efficiency, and ability to successfully balance multiple priorities will be key.

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to develop within the business and play a key part in shaping the future of Aldi globally. Ready for more? Apply to join #TeamAldi today!

Your New Role

• Communicate across all levels within the company, as well as external partners
• Investigate and analyse challenges to put systems and procedures in place to enhance efficiency
• Maintains an understanding of user requirements and open issues for area of responsibility and takes action to resolve
• Liaise with project leads to adopt and action any changes where these relate to applicable business area
• Co-ordinate and direct consultants, contractors, vendors, and suppliers as required
• Challenges upwards or pushes back to the business if required for the benefit of the organisation
• Explores new technical approaches and identifies where improvements to systems are required within own area, including involving and liaising with International IT as required
• Establish good working relationship with affected Business Teams
• Responsible for training other members of the team where necessary and creating relevant training material and support documentation
• Provide 1st and 2nd level support for National Buying, National Supply Chain and Services and National Administration business users including international & national applications where required
• Create and maintain project documentation for releases and enhancements in conjunction with International IT, NBC and Business as needed
• Maintain an understanding of user requirements and open issues for the area of responsibility, actioning change requests and supporting demand process where appropriate
• Reports into the Assortment Manager
• Manage and implement scheduled software updates and planned changes to supported solutions
• Provide visibility of future application versions and functionality, which may impact the business

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  Technically minded with a passion for working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a team oriented, collaborative environment
• Ability to demonstrate excellent inter-personal skills: communicate, articulate, and engage
• Thorough, professional approach
• Passionate with a thirst for knowledge
• Highly self-motivated and inquisitive

What You’ll get in Return

• Salary starting from £34,825 rising to £50,390
• 5-day/40-hour week, working Monday- Friday, with the opportunity for remote working 3 days per week
• Access to a free, 24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• In office flexi-time.
• Full training provided.
• Pension scheme
• Private employee medical insurance after 4 years
• Company sick pay scheme
• Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay after 2 years
• Long service rewards
• Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs

Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.