Procurement Project Manager Operational Equipment

Summary

£49,500 up to £66,000 per annum | 35 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 proactive, dynamic, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

As a Lidl Procurement Project Manager (Operational Equipment), you will be responsible for the delivery of a range of strategic-level projects. From project implementation to budget management, you’ll be leading multiple projects essential for the successful running of Lidl stores and warehouses. You’ll also contribute to the overall Procurement strategy of the department by driving innovation and continuous collaboration between teams. 

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 supportive team with big ambitions, so we’ll make sure we provide you with fantastic growth opportunities and the right training to succeed.

What you'll do

• Work on strategic projects with high level of autonomy and leadership as well as having a high level of exposure to Board of Directors within Lidl GB
• Autonomous project planning, management and implementation across Lidl GB stores and RDCs
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers defining and implementing the subject strategies, proactively managing risks and providing commercial leadership across Procurement related activities
• Work with main business stakeholders to identify service optimisation and value improvement opportunities
• Negotiating strategic cost savings and adding regular value to the business
• Track budgets for the categories of responsibility, investigating cost categories and cost drivers through extracting and analysing complex sets of data
• Lead and drive innovation through challenging the status quo
• Analysing the market and business processes, generating new ideas on subject matters of responsibility and constantly looking to contribute with value to the business.
• Ensuring adherence to best practice of Procurement processes and procedures across the business

What you'll need

• Self-motivated and proactive with a can-do attitude and the ability to drive projects and solve problems independently
• An excellent communicator, effective negotiator, and confident presenter (able to present and propose projects/ideas to Board level employees)
• Self-starter, able to work independently and able to manage conflicting deadlines
• Proven project management experience
• Creative problem solving and analytical skills
• Use insight to innovate and drive cost savings
• Ability to plan and control budgets
• Strong knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

What you'll receive

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Sabbatical
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve

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.

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.