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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