Real Estate Leasing Specialist - Commercial Lease Administration,

ALDI is one of the fastest-growing retailers in the nation, and we are charting an aggressive growth course to become the third-largest U.S. grocery retailer by store count. How can you play a part? By joining our newly formed Lease & Property Administration team responsible for the oversight of 1,500 leased locations and hundreds of subtenants. In this specialist role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, leverage data-driven insights, and help ensure the operational excellence of a growing real estate portfolio that supports ALDI's continued expansion. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment, this is your chance to help shape the future of one of America's fastest-growing retailers.

Position Type: Full-Time

Starting Wage: $34.50 per hour

Wage Increases: Year 2 - $36.00 | Year 3 - $37.50 | Year 4 - $39.00

Work Location: Dublin, OH

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.

• Oversees rent schedules and monthly rent payment approvals for 800 Aldi locations.
• Oversees CTI (CAM, taxes, and insurance) reconciliation process for 800 leased Aldi locations.
• Manages the abstracting process for all newly executed leases or subleases.
• Serves as the point of contact for all sublease tenant obligations including utilities, accounts receivable, and maintenance requests.
• Coordinates with 3rd party partners such as landlords, attorneys and property managers.
• Oversees the introduction of Aldi to new landlords and assists in the setup of system and banking information.
• Assists direct leader in negotiating and executing initiatives such as lease negotiation, landlord approvals, lease renewals, amendments, extensions, etc.
• Coordinates with 3rd party partners such as landlords, attorneys and property managers.
• Oversees lease administration of new projects until transitioned to divisional teams.
• Reviews and analyzes legal documentation commonly used in commercial real estate.
• Assists with implementation and rollout of large-scale projects.
• Drives projects and tasks to completion through effective prioritization, time management, and collaboration.
• Facilitates any changes to real estate processes and procedures.
• Liaises with project teams and divisions to ensure timely and efficient communication flow.
• Assists their direct leader with real estate tasks on an as needed basis.
• Maintains accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation.
• Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader.
• 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.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Job-specific Competencies:

• 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 with emphasis in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, consistently meeting deadlines and remaining calm under pressure.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion concerning highly confidential information.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field required.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
• Knowledge of the commercial real estate industry, retail 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%.
  
  

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, to all employees including:

• 401(k) Plan
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program
  
  

In Addition, Full-time 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
• Full-time employees average 30 or more hours per week within an annual lookback period
• Benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees may vary by state Click here to learn more about the benefits ALDI has to offer
  
  

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.