Buying Administrator

Summary

£28,380 up to £37,400* 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 ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

We are Big on Quality, Big on the Big Shop and Big on ensuring our fantastic British products can be enjoyed in stores up and down the country as well as abroad.

We are responsible for checking a variety of administrative documents and processes relating to the products negotiated and sold in the UK or exported across Europe and the US. We are looking for a confident and motivated Administrator with a meticulous eye for detail, as well as the ability to understand the bigger picture and how systems, documents and processes can affect the wider business. If you have an exceptional eye for detail and confidence to thrive in a dynamic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

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.

What you'll do

• Travel bookings for different stakeholders in the business
• Buying pool car management
• Being responsible for multiple inboxes
• Organising of team events and training sessions
• Creating and maintaining overviews and lists for internal use and INT
• Checking and reviewing contracts, invoices, memos and internal communication prior to distribution to third parties
• Working closely with the other Buying departments to ensure high quality standards within Buying Administration are maintained
• Checking that the memos, which bring crucial information into the business, are distributed correctly and actioned in a timely manner
• Checking supplier and item data is maintained correctly by all departments to ensure our customers and suppliers receive the best possible service
• Preparing reports for the buying management team
• Observing strict business critical deadlines

What you'll need

• Intermediate Excel skills are essential
• Experience in Administration is desirable
• Highly focused and accurate with an uncompromising eye for detail
• Self-Motivated and driven
• Enjoy a fast paced and busy environment
• Well organised with the ability to multitask and work to targets and strict deadlines
• Excellent computer skills
• The ability and confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues across all levels of the business
• Positive can-do attitude with the willingness to learn
• Ability and drive to problem solve
• Strong numerical skills and the ability to interpret and analyse data
• Good understanding of German language would be advantageous

What you'll receive

• 30 days holiday (pro rata)

• 10% in-store discount

• Sabbatical

• Enhanced family leave

• Pension scheme

• Plus, more of the perks you deserve

*includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

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.]]>