Carolin Goetz

Sourcing initiatives/ projects, evaluating and selecting suppliers, negotiating supplier contracts Driving innovative approaches in terms of process improvement Ensuring that internal requirements are met Collaborating closely with category managers (development & execution of category strategy), different categories e.g. IT, Facility Identifying & coordinating cross-functional teams/ key stakeholders, interface between different departments Facilitating data visibility

Managing and leading five ALDI stores with a team of around 60 employees. Full responsibility of the sales area in legal, organizational, commercial matters and dealing with state authorities. Main responsibilities: cost and performance responsibilities, assurance of quality and smooth business processes, recruitment, staff training and personnel development, achieving company based goals and ensure that all ALDI and legal standards, policies, guidelines and procedures are adhered to.

Gained experiences at accounting, human resources, logistics, procurement and store expansion department at the ALDI headquarters in Langenselbold. Gained experiences as store manager. Main responsibilities: leading, managing and training a team, staff planning, disposition and presentation of products, responsibility for the store turnover, strict obedience of statutory regulation, hygiene standards and accident prevention regulations. Gained experiences as area manager.

Thorough knowledge in strategic management and business in a global context within a diverse and international setting. Covered topics include international financial management, human resource management, managing ethics and professional issues, and international economic environment and marketing.