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Buying Administration Officer (12 Month Maternity Cover)

TN United Kingdom

Motherwell

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GBP 30,000 - 38,000

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Buying Administration Officer for a 12-month maternity cover. This role is perfect for a proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, supporting buyers with essential administrative tasks and ensuring timely communication with suppliers. You will be pivotal in maintaining competitive operations and contributing to the growth of the organization across Europe. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, generous holiday, and a variety of perks to enhance your work-life balance. If you're ready to make a real impact, this opportunity awaits you!

Benefits

30 days holiday (pro rata)
10% in-store discount
Sabbatical
Enhanced family leave
Pension scheme

Qualifications

  • Experience in administration within buying departments is essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Draft contracts for various product categories in a timely manner.
  • Maintain purchasing systems with high quality and meet deadlines.

Skills

Administration experience
Time management
Communication skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Adaptability
Attention to detail
Self-motivation
German language

Tools

EKK
EKS
DMS
LNP
FAP

Job description

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Buying Administration Officer (12 Month Maternity Cover), Motherwell
Client:

Lidl Limited

Location:

Motherwell, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Summary

£30,000 up to £38,000 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 ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

We are looking for a confident and motivated Contracts Administration Officer to join our Regional Scotland Food Buying Team for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. This is an ideal role for a positive, enthusiastic team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and will relish working under pressure.

You will be supporting our Buyers with administrative tasks, liaising with suppliers, and communicating internally across departments. 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.

What you'll do

  1. Writing of contracts for Food Own label, Branded, Fresh Produce & Non-Food items for GB and/or other EKN in a timely manner within the agreed deadlines
  2. Checking, sending out and receiving initiations sheets within the agreed business deadlines
  3. Sending out, receiving and checking product master data requests within the agreed business deadlines
  4. Sending out, receiving and checking supplier data requests within the agreed business deadlines
  5. Sending out, receiving and checking other relevant documents (e.g. certificates) within the agreed business deadlines
  6. Creating purchasing memos for GB and/or other EKN
  7. Maintaining of purchasing systems (EKK, EKS, DMS, LNP, FAP, etc.) with a high standard of quality within the agreed business deadlines
  8. Keeping business critical deadlines and ensuring other departments are meeting deadlines – submitting information to INT.
  9. Working with shared inboxes and allocating emails
  10. Supporting our suppliers and stakeholders with department relevant requests
  11. Assisting with project work and making suggestions for improvements (LEAN)

What you'll need

  1. Previous administration experience within the buying departments.
  2. Self-motivated, able to work well in a team and independently within a high-pressured environment
  3. Well-organised with the ability to multitask and work to targets and strict deadlines
  4. Excellent time management skills
  5. A high degree of adaptability
  6. A confident approach with excellent communication skills
  7. The ability and confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues across all levels of the business
  8. Excellent attention to detail
  9. Pro-active, approaching problems logically and calmly
  10. Fully proficient in Microsoft Office
  11. Positive can-do attitude with the willingness to learn
  12. German language is desirable

What you'll receive

  1. 30 days holiday (pro rata)
  2. 10% in-store discount
  3. Sabbatical
  4. Enhanced family leave
  5. Pension scheme
  6. Plus, more of the perks you deserve

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.

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