Making history for over 100 years.
Since opening the first Germany store in 1913, ALDI has welcomed customers with a commitment to more value, selection and service. That commitment reached the U.S. in 1976 with our first Iowa location. Now, we operate thousands of stores in over 10 countries. ALDI will operate nearly 3,200 stores nationwide by 2028 and continues its path as one of America’s fastest-growing grocery retailers.
With more stores come more happy customers — and more opportunities for you to build an incredible career.
The ALDI timeline.
1913
The first store.
Anna Albrecht opened a small food store in Essen, Germany. Her sons took over in 1948.
1954
Self-serve pioneer.
We opened our first self-service store in Essen-Schonnebeck, the first of its kind in Germany.
1962
A name is born.
We shortened “Albrecht Discount” to ALDI. By 1968, we had more than 200 ALDI locations.
1976
Across the pond.
After acquiring Benner Tea Company, we opened our first U.S. location in southeastern Iowa (with many more to come).
1980
Hello, Batavia.
We established our U.S. headquarters in Illinois. Today’s campus spans four buildings; back then it was just one!
1990s
Growing footprint.
Over 300 ALDI stores opened, with new divisions launching across the Midwest.
1992
Putting people first.
We became one of the first U.S. grocers to offer full insurance coverage for employees working less than 40 hours a week.
2000s
Coast-to-coast.
ALDI divisions spread as far west as California, with the 1,000th store opening in West Haven, Connecticut.
2023
Peace out, plastic.
We were the first grocer to remove plastic bags, preventing nearly nine million pounds from going into circulation per year.
Today
50 years of growth.
Today, we’re the nation’s fastest-growing grocer — and plan to keep the momentum going with even more locations.
Our growth plans are as ambitious as you are.
Over the next few years,
ALDI is coming to more neighborhoods! As one of the nation’s fastest growing grocers, we are bringing great products at the lowest prices to even more communities.
We're opening 3 new distribution centers over the next 3 years in Florida, Arizona and Colorado.
We're opening over 180 stores in 2026.
We’re entering new states like Maine and new neighborhoods like Midtown, NYC.
"Our people absolutely are what differentiates us from our competitors. Team members across the company genuinely care about our customers and understand how each role contributes to achieving our Purpose. ALDI is very special and I am excited to continue to drive our incredible growth and momentum working alongside our talented team members as they bring our Purpose to life every day."
- ALDI CEO, Atty McGrath
Our Global Story
The story of ALDI is a global one. We operate in 11 countries with hundreds of thousands of employees, serving millions of customers every day.
Watch our global story video to learn more.
Coast-to-coast opportunities.
Across the United States, 26 divisional offices are hard at work efficiently managing ALDI stores and warehouses. With so many locations, you don’t have to look far to find a new opportunity to start your next chapter.
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The ALDI difference sets us apart.
We provide great products at the lowest possible prices by focusing on responsibility, consistency and simplicity in everything we do. With our ALDI-exclusive products, customers can expect high quality at a more affordable cost.
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Bring your own bags.
Bring your own bags.
In 2003, we eliminated all plastic shopping bags at checkout from our stores. Now, reusable bags are the norm.
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We’ll lend you a cart.
We’ll lend you a cart.
Our cart system saves employees time from retrieving carts.
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Browse
the boxes.Browse the boxes.
All packaging doubles as product displays, saving time and money.
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Efficiently designed.
Efficiently designed.
Our stores are modestly sized and stick to essential services.
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Twice As Nice Guarantee.
Twice As Nice Guarantee.
If customers aren’t 100% satisfied with the quality of a product, we replace the product and refund their money. To learn more, visit aldi.us or see a store manager. Restrictions apply.
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Open when you need.
Open when you need.
Not operating 24/7 offers more employee flexibility and lowers costs.
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ALDI-exclusive brands.
ALDI-Exclusive brands.
Our priority is saving you money on the food and products you want the most. We’re proud to say that more than 90% of the products in our stores are ALDI-exclusive brands.
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Products that stand out.
ALDI-exclusive products have won over 2,100 awards.* By focusing on our private-label brands, we continue delivering top quality at an affordable price. These ALDI-exclusive products, which fill 90% of our store shelves, pass through our test kitchen to ensure they meet or exceed the national brand quality standards. Every penny saved through this process means more savings for ALDI customers!
*As of February 2026, based on a historical survey of everyday nationally distributed ALDI-exclusive products (excluding produce).
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Putting you and your community first.
From supporting families displaced by natural disasters to funding cancer research, we believe in caring for our people. Our teams are building stronger communities and a better world with volunteering initiatives, organizing alongside longstanding partners like Feeding America and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. Take a look at our videos to learn more about how our partnerships have grown, the impact they bring and what it means to go all in on a brighter future.
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Our Culture
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Our Hiring Process
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