Procurement Graduate Programme

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Job description

Procurement Graduate Programme

Summary

£40,000 per annum 30 days' holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're curious, collaborative, and passionate about what we do.

Just like you.

Our Procurement department is now seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and highly organised Graduate to join their Team. In this role you will deal with a range of detailed and interesting projects to deliver cost savings, as well as qualitative value add for internal stakeholders. You will receive on-the-job training and gain experience, along with the opportunity to quickly take on exciting new challenges.

You will be challenged to develop solutions to complex tasks in a fast-paced environment, but you will be supported every step of the way. Through a structured training programme and on-the-job exposure, you'll learn how to become a procurement specialist over the 23-month programme. Starting on the 1 st September 2025.

What you'll do

• Managing projects in the procurement sector
• Coordinating and overseeing tender processes, negotiating, contracting and implementing service level agreements
• Conducting thorough market research to ensure we are competitive in our approach
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing summaries, overviews and project status documents for senior management personnel
• Managing and maintaining supplier relationships
• Acting as an ambassador for Lidl when dealing with 3rd parties
• Managing and negotiating indirect supplier contracts

What you'll need

• A 2:2 degree or above in any discipline by September 2025 or graduated no earlier than September 2023
• Possession of a full UK driving licence is essential for this role
• Already live - or happy to relocate - within a one-hour commute of Lidl GB Head Office, Tolworth, Surrey
• To be legally entitled to work in the UK on a full-time basis
• A passion for the Procurement cycle!
• Be a strategic, innovative thinker that can come up with tangible solutions
• An excellent communicator, effective negotiator, and confident presenter
• Good attention to detail and able to manage deadlines
• Willing to travel both nationally and internationally including occasional overnight stays
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Be able to attend an assessment centre on 13 th or 14 th January 2025

What you'll receive

• 30 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Company Car
• Pension scheme
• Discounted Gym
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve

plus an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance.

You're Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

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