Summary
£33,000 up to £41,800 per annum 14-month fixed-term contract 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 ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.
Just like you.
We are looking for a confident and motivated Buying Coordinator to join our Head Office Food Buying Coordination Team on a 14-month fixed term contract. This is an ideal role for a positive, pro-active and enthusiastic team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and will relish working under pressure. You will play a fundamental part within our Buying Coordination teams, supporting buyers in high turnover categories and liaising with suppliers on a regular basis. You will also be responsible for projects impacting the buying department and will make crucial decisions for the business' commercial strategy. This role is fundamental in ensuring that Lidl remains competitive and continues its successful growth across Europe.
In return, we'll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, so we'll make sure you have access to the right training and real opportunities to build your career as well.
Please note, in line with our internal organisational structure, this role will be known internally as Officer.
What you'll do
• Support Buyers in the preparation of negotiations and contracts with national suppliers.
• Liaise regularly with Buyers, Suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure complete and accurate data is passed on to the relevant teams and departments.
• Support Buyers with category specific tasks.
• Assist Buyers with negotiation preparation, product sampling and category reviews.
• Train new starters and other colleagues across the business.
• Support team members as a buddy function.
• Project Management within the Buying Coordination team.
What you'll need
• Self-motivated, able to work well in a team and independently within a high-pressured environment.
• Experience working in a Buying function.
• Well-organised with the ability to multitask and work to targets and strict deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A confident approach with excellent communication skills.
• Comfortable with implementing change within the team.
• The ability and confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues across all levels of the business.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Pro-active, approaching problems logically and calmly.
• Intermediate Excel skills are essential.
• Positive can-do attitude with the willingness to learn.
What you'll receive
• 30 -35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve
Includes 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.
Please be aware, should this Temporary Assignment have the potential to go permanent, the colleague on the Temporary Assignment will have first refusal of the role (provided measures have been met).
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.
