Aldi announces robust expansion plans for its UK operations, targeting 1,500 stores with the opening of its 1,000th location in Woking, Surrey.
- The initiative is part of a £1.3bn two-year investment strategy to cater to the increasing demand as two-thirds of British shoppers now frequent Aldi.
- By the end of 2023, Aldi plans to establish 20 more stores in new locations.
- Aldi’s recruitment drive is set to hire over 1,700 employees by year’s end, offering competitive salaries up to £53,000 annually.
- This strategic move underscores Aldi’s commitment to providing more convenient access to its cost-effective shopping experience across the UK.
Aldi has embarked on a significant expansion journey, revealing plans to increase its store count to 1,500 across the UK. This announcement coincides with the unveiling of its 1,000th store located in Woking, Surrey. The expansion is part of a long-term plan underpinned by a £1.3bn investment over two years, aiming to meet the growing consumer demand, particularly as it reports that two-thirds of the UK population now choose Aldi for their shopping needs.
In 2023 alone, Aldi aims to boost its presence by opening an additional 20 stores. The search for new store locations continues as part of its strategy to bring its affordable shopping experience closer to more consumers across the country.
In line with its expansion, Aldi is actively recruiting, with plans to fill more than 1,700 roles by the end of the year. These positions, according to the company, offer competitive salaries of up to £53,000 annually and include both full-time and part-time opportunities at its regional distribution centres.
Giles Hurley, Aldi UK and Ireland’s CEO, celebrated the 1,000th store milestone, attributing this success to the ‘hard work and dedication’ of Aldi’s 40,000 employees. He emphasised the importance of the expansion, stating, “Our popularity is growing, and there is huge demand for people to have an Aldi store near to them to increase shoppers’ access to our unbeatable prices.”
This initiative not only reflects Aldi’s ambition but also its commitment to enhancing accessibility for its customers. The future looks promising for Aldi as it continues to expand its footprint in the UK, providing more communities with access to its value-oriented offerings.
Aldi’s strategic expansion underscores its growing prominence in the UK retail landscape, aiming to bring its value-focused stores closer to consumers nationwide.
