HQ Function

Serves as the central strategic, operational, and administrative hub for their respective international operations, overseeing procurement, logistics, quality control, marketing, and expansion strategies.

Notable Features:

Typically functional, modern office complexes designed for efficiency and practicality, reflecting the company's core values rather than opulent architectural statements.

Work Culture:

Known for a results-driven, efficient, and cost-conscious environment. Emphasis is placed on lean operations, employee responsibility, and career development from within. It can be demanding but offers significant growth opportunities.

HQ Significance:

These headquarters are the nerve centers for one of the world's largest retail groups, influencing global grocery trends, supply chains, and employment for hundreds of thousands.

Values Reflected in HQ: Simplicity, efficiency, responsibility, and sustainability are often reflected in the design and operation of their headquarters, prioritizing functionality and a productive work environment.

Location:

Aldi operates in over 20 countries primarily across Europe, North America (USA), and Australia, with a growing presence in Asia (China). Globally supported functions include international sourcing and procurement (especially for non-food items and key commodities), brand consistency oversight, IT infrastructure development, and sharing of operational best practices between Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd regions, even though they operate independently.

Street Address:

Emscherstraße 52 (Aldi Nord) / Burgstraße 37 (Aldi Süd - though often cited as Mintarder Straße 36-40 for the group)

City:

Essen (Aldi Nord) / Mülheim an der Ruhr (Aldi Süd)

State/Province:

North Rhine-Westphalia

Country:

Germany