Training & Development Associate I

Our Human Resources Department is focused on ALDI’s most valuable asset: our people. With teams including Administration, Employee Communications, Payroll & Benefits, Human Resource Information Systems, Legal, Risk & Security, Recruitment and Training & Development, HR makes sure that ALDI continues to employ talented and motivated people that are focused on preserving the supportive culture we're known for.

The Training & Development Associate I is part of a dynamic training & development team focused on creating best-in-class leadership development programs and curriculum for leaders in stores, warehouses and in National Services.  In this role, you will have an opportunity to support business partners from across the organization, including, operations leaders, program managers, and fellow training & development experts. You will be responsible for administering logistics and details for projects and programs that support the development of ALDI leaders. The ideal candidate has experience organizing the administrative components of complex projects and seeing them through to a successful conclusion. The person in this role should be extremely organized, deadline driven and comfortable supporting multiple projects at once.

Position Type: Full-Time
Starting Wage: $27.75 per hour
Wage Increases: Year 2 - $28.75 | Year 3 - $29.75 | Year 4 - $30.75
Work Location: Naperville, IL
This 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.

• Supports multiple leadership development projects and tasks, partnering with training peers, business partners and external vendors.
• Responsible for administrative tasks in support of large and often complex programs. Assists in monitoring and tracking progress, schedules and timelines.
• Performs general office support and administrative assistance as regularly required.
• Supports the investigation, design, creation, and revision of employee development projects as requested.
• Serves as a support point-of-contact for divisions and third-party partnerships regarding talent training and development.
• Provides ongoing assistance to users of employee development programs; assists with developing and delivering user training and any relevant communication pieces regarding the programs.
• Learns their own ALDI competency model as well as others, and amends current programs and materials to reflect these models as needed.
• Seeks to understand the overarching company strategy as well as communicate and model the core values of the organization to create a proper, professional workforce.
• Seeks an understanding of developing trends in the training and development industry, and shares with their team and others in Human Resources.
• Fosters a spirit of collaboration and teamwork in all aspects of job function.
• Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader.
• Upholds the security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job-specific Competencies: 
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Consistently demonstrates the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.
• Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task efficiently.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. 
• Establishes goals and works toward achievement. 
• Effective time management; maximizes productivity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience. 
• Analyzes, interprets, and presents complex data.
• Deadline driven

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field required.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience required.
• Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. 
• Experience with SharePoint, Learning Management Systems, and instructional design software preferred.

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

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.