Lidl US is searching for the next Procurement Specialist to join our team! The Procurement Specialist assists the Procurement department with sourcing goods for Headquarters, Regional Distribution Center (RDC), and primarily stores in accordance with legal and company compliance. The position is responsible for finding solutions for issues identified by internal business partners. The Specialist is also responsible for assisting with projects and presentations within the department that may include modifying and executing new processes, and other projects as needed.
What You’ll Do• Execute procurement assets for Headquarters, RDC, and stores with the direction of the Procurement Manager
• Assist in ensuring systems are properly designed, installed, operated and maintained
• Assist in negotiating contracts with vendors and establish agreed upon terms and conditions
• Execute efficient solutions for issues raised by other departments
• Complete projects and presentations with direction
• Execute new procedures and processes in compliance with legal and Lidl standards
• Source and suggest best vendors to establish national and regional partnerships
• Perform updates and modification to assets within Proshop
• Ensure compliance with planning conditions when assisting with Procurement
• Content check invoices and ensure adherence to corporate policies for contracting and approvals
• Data preparation and administration with the aid of existing systems
• Perform other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Knowledge of business and office communications protocol, project management and PowerPoint presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent writing/grammar and communication skills and moderate understanding of mathematical functions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Knowledge and understanding of tendering with external partners, from initial request for proposals through contract execution
German language skills
Preferred Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 1 - 2 years of experience in related field
Travel Requirements
• This position commutes between stores, regional offices and/or distribution centers less than 25% of the time
• This position requires overnight domestic travel less than 25% of the time
• This position requires overnight international travel less than 25% of the time
• Anticipated travel will be by car, air, and/or train
What You’ll Receive
At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.
All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:
Medical | Dental | Vision coveragePaid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO)401k Plan (+ 5% company match and 2 year vesting schedule)And so much more, visit our benefits page for more details and the latest updates
In addition to the great benefits above, our Full-Time employees receive these additional benefits: Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness and/or Accident Insurance, Parental Leave – 100% pay for birth mothers and non-birth parents, Additional Paid Time-Off & Sick Time.
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