Buying Assistant Non Food

Lidl; London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail is seeking an experienced Administrator to join their Non-Food team for a fixed term of 15 months. The role encompasses managing product samples, maintaining databases, and supporting negotiations, all while being part of a vibrant team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

10% in-store discount

30 days holiday pro rata

Market-leading family leave

Contributory pension scheme

Free on-site gym

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Fluency in English required; German skills beneficial.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and positive attitude are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Setting up non-food items on the system.
• Managing non-food samples arriving and dispatching to Head Office.
• Analyzing and reporting on item performance.

Skills

Fluency in English

German language skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Multi-tasking

Organisational skills

Job description

Summary

£29,700* - £37,400* per annum | 15 month fixed term contract | 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 proactive, reliable, and ready to take on any challenge.
Just like you.

From crayons to crash helmets, and from mirrors to microwaves, the Non-Food team are responsible for planning of all products you'll find in the 'Middle of Lidl' today. At this exciting time of rapid expansion for Lidl, an opportunity has arisen for a confident and highly organised Administrator to join this team for a period of 15 months.

You'll be involved in creating and maintaining documents and databases as well as preparing tender documents to support negotiations and managing receipt and dispatch of our product samples. As well as this, you'll be troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions to help ensure the smooth running of the non-food cycle. If you are a proactive and diligent individual, eager to utilise your excellent multi-tasking abilities in a vibrant and professional team, this could be an ideal role for you.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you'll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

What you'll do

• Setting up non-food items on our system
• Managing non-food samples arriving into Head Office as well as dispatching product samples to our international Head Office
• Managing images and additional information required for marketing purposes
• Trend scouting the market
• Analysis and reporting on item performance
• Liaising with suppliers, assisting planning and remedying potential issues as they arise
• Liaising with various internal stakeholders such as Quality Assurance, Supply Chain and Marketing and our Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs) across Great Britain
• Managing phone calls, emails and internal communication
• Other ad hoc administrative duties

What you'll need

• Fluency in English
• German language skills at any level are extremely beneficial
• A passion for retail and products, as well as a deep interest in non-food market trends and consumerism generally
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot mistakes
• A real team player: someone who is willing to get stuck in and help their colleagues
• Positive mindset and can-do attitude
• Adaptable, flexible, and able to deal with changing tasks and routines in a fast-paced environment
• A strong multi-tasker with excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise
• An excellent communicator with the confidence and composure to deal with entrusted tasks

What you'll receive

• 10% in-store discount
• 30 days holiday pro rata
• Market-leading family leave
• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site gym

Plus, more of the perks you deserve

*Includes an additional 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.

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.

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.