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Sustainability Technician

Hybrid in Sant Cugat del Vallès·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 29 Oct)

ALDI Spain

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Work mode: Hybrid, Sant Cugat del Vallès
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish: Native level
English: Required
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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Skills

Quality Assurance

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in related specialties.
Master's degree or Postgraduate degree in Sustainability or Corporate Social Responsibility.
At least 1 year of experience as a Sustainability Technician and/or Corporate Social Responsibility.
Solid knowledge of sustainability policies and regulations and corporate social responsibility.
Advanced user level of Excel, ideally a Power BI user.
Native Spanish level/C2.
Minimum English level B2.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

📍 Location at our offices in Sant Cugat del Vallés.
🌍 Opportunity to be part of an expanding multinational.
🚀 Growth opportunities within the company.
🏷 Discount on our products.
💳 Flexible compensation plan.
💻 64 days of remote work per year.
🕗 Flexible working hours.
✔️ Permanent contract.
📚 Ongoing training.
👩‍🏫 Language classes.
🙌 Great work environment.
🥗 Canteen with reduced-price menus.

The role

What you'll do

Develop and actively participate in national and international initiatives and projects related to the sustainability of the supply chain for food and non-food products, as well as social impact.
Ensure the execution and compliance of the Food Waste Plan.
Coordinate the proper organization of product donation by ALDI to social entities.
Propose and define initiatives to prevent food waste, monitoring their compliance.
Identify possible areas for improvement in social matters and drive their implementation.
Organize annual actions related to social sustainability and food waste, such as the Great Food Collection.
Report to the Corporate Responsibility department of ALDI International on matters related to ALDI Nord Group's international policies and guidelines.
Work at a national level to achieve the objectives set by ALDI Nord in relation to supply chains identified as at risk.
Actively participate as a representative of ALDI Spain in specific working groups of ALDI Nord on particular topics, such as deforestation or food waste.
Advise, support, and inform other departments regarding defined procedures and established guidelines, both internationally and nationally.
Respond to inquiries and complaints received from internal and external clients related to sustainability policies in ALDI's supply chain.
Collaborate directly with external stakeholders: partners, non-governmental organizations, and suppliers.
Review and validate the content of information related to product sustainability and social impact provided to consumers or other interest groups, through any medium.
Update knowledge on applicable regulations, as well as trends and developments in the competition, regarding the sustainability of the supply chain for food and non-food products, and social impact.

About ALDI Spain

ALDI is a global discount supermarket chain with German roots, operating thousands of stores across Europe, the United States, and Australia. In Spain, ALDI has a significant presence with hundreds of stores and regional logistics platforms, offering a wide range of grocery and household products at competitive prices. The company is known for its efficient, no-frills store model and strong private-label focus.

ALDI Spain is a major employer in the Spanish retail sector, with a strong focus on store operations, logistics, and quality management. The company offers numerous opportunities for international professionals, particularly in store management, logistics supervision, and quality assurance roles. ALDI's work culture emphasizes efficiency, teamwork, and career development, with many positions offering permanent contracts and structured training programs. For international hires, ALDI provides a stable work environment and the chance to grow within a globally recognized brand.

Industry: Retail
Founded: 1913
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Essen, Germany
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 8 more

Good to know if you are moving

ALDI Spain offers many indefinite-term contracts, providing job stability for international workers.
The company has a strong presence across Spain, with stores in most regions, making it possible to find positions in various locations.
ALDI provides structured training programs for store management and logistics roles, which can be beneficial for career growth.
International professionals may find opportunities in quality assurance and logistics, where technical skills are valued.
ALDI's work culture emphasizes efficiency and teamwork, with a focus on operational excellence.

In their own words

About the company & team

We are one of the most important food and supermarket chains in the world and creators of Discount. Our history dates back to 1945, when the brothers Theo and Karl Albrecht took over the grocery business that their family had run since 1913 in Essen (Germany). From the beginning, we have always kept in mind how important it is to know the customer and give them what they need at the best price. In Spain, we opened the first supermarket in 2002 and we already have more than 400 establishments

We care about the well-being of people: our customers, our team, and our environment. In our growing company, there are always job opportunities for different professional profiles and opportunities for professional development and growth.

Over these 100 years, we have established a relationship of trust with our customers and have covered their daily needs. We carry the principle of simplicity in our DNA, it is our competitive advantage and this leads us to success as a company and makes us proud to continue creating jobs in Spain. The path is not always easy, but every step counts. We know that success comes from teamwork and we are proud to move forward together.

If you have a strong mindset, are tenacious, move forward with determination, have qualities to generate a positive experience for the people who come to shop in our stores and want to achieve your goals with a good team... We invite you to give your best and be part of this exciting journey!

Simply ALDI. Our strength is people.

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