Sustainability Specialist - Human Rights
Company: Aldi
Location: Aurora
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
-Have a passion for doing what's right? So do we. Because we
don't just keep our prices low. We're also using our innovations to
lessen the impact of our practices. In the past couple of years,
we've sponsored health and wellness programs, embraced solar power
and so much more. On our Corporate Responsibility team, it's as
much about protecting our planet as it is our people - and your
work will help do just that. -
In this role the Sustainability Specialist - Human Rights will be
responsible for projects and programs that support the advancement
of human rights due diligence programs and services across many
supply chains by working with buying teams, suppliers, consultants
and other subject matter experts. The ideal candidate will have
prior human rights experience, including knowledge of supply chains
and legal obligations, along with the ability to manage complex
programs that require communicating effectively with
multi-stakeholders. An educational background in project
management, business, human rights and supply chain management is
desired.
Position Type: Full-TimeWork 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.
--- Collaborates with leadership to make decisions on programs and
services to support human rights objectives, while handling
escalated social and environmental issues, and promoting efficient
implementation of department initiatives.--- Informs management of
impending legislative, sustainability, and social matters. ----
Recommends process improvements for area of responsibility.---
Supports direct leader in the development of training programs and
is responsible for delivery of training to all impacted employees.
--- Manages reporting requirements and ensures accurate submission
to stakeholders.--- Maintains Sustainability programs and
procedures in conjunction with management.--- Conducts extensive
research within area of responsibility and creates
reports/summaries on the appropriate course of action to take.---
Analyzes data and makes recommendations to leadership on new
programs that could be implemented to address emerging trends. ----
Develops and maintains knowledge and understanding of
Sustainability industry trends.--- Maintains full knowledge of, and
supports further development of, the company's Sustainability
policies, goals, and key performance indicators (national and
international).--- Collaborates with team members and communicates
relevant information to leadership.--- Complies with ALDI privacy
and security requirements and policies if job responsibilities
include possible access to confidential and/or sensitive
information.--- 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.--- Excellent verbal
and written communication skills.--- Effective time management;
maximizes productivity.--- Prepares written materials to meet
purpose and audience.--- Develops and maintains positive
relationships with internal and external parties.--- Advanced
knowledge of Excel.--- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.---
Ability to analyze data and make recommendations based on
findings.--- Knowledge of products and services of the company.
Education and Experience:
--- Associate's Degree in Business, Economics, Sustainability,
Supply Chain or a related field required.--- A minimum of 3 years
of progressive experience in Corporate Responsibility required.---
Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent
knowledge.--- Project management experience 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:
--- Domestic travel required.--- Up to 10%.
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-ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:
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