Graduate Programme - Supplier Management

Lidl Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private employee medical insurance

Up to 2 days remote work per week

Free parking

On-site gym

City & ILM assured programme

Job summary

Lidl Ireland is launching its 18-month Graduate Management Development Programme, focused on Packaging. The role coordinates Lidl’s own-brand packaging from artwork initiation to completion and involves liaising with external service providers and internal teams.

The program offers a tailored training plan, real-world experience across stores and distribution centres, and substantial development opportunities, with a salary of €45,500 pro rata and up to 2 days remote work per week.

Qualifications

• An expected or attained 2.1 Honours Level 8 degree.
• Strong analytical skills and numeracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong personal and communication skills.
• Motivation and drive.
• Willingness to travel or relocate within Ireland.
• Full driving licence.
• German language is an advantage but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate packaging from artwork initiation to completion.
• Liaise with suppliers, design agencies, and internal departments.
• Oversee packaging elements from project initiation to completion.
• Assist Packaging Manager in developing own-brand designs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numeracy

Pressure management

Communication skills

Motivation and drive

Travel/relocation flexibility

Driver's license

German (advantage)

Education

2:1 Honours Degree (Level 8)

Job description

Summary

From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl.

With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

Training and Development

At Lidl, your career isn’t just a job- it’s an investment. We’re big on growth, and we give you all the support, structure, and hands-on experience you need to level up both personally and professionally.

As the only City & Guilds/ILM Accredited Graduate Programme in Ireland, our 18-month Graduate Management Development Programme is built entirely around you.

What makes it different?

• Tailored To You: Enjoy a bespoke training plan mapped to your unique skills and long-term career goals.
• Real-World Experience: Get stuck into our stores and distribution centers to learn the heart of our business from the ground up.
• Blended Learning: Experience dynamic, structured on-the-job training combined with industry-leading modules.

We don't just hire graduates- we build future leaders. Ready to launch yours?

Supplier Management - Packaging

We are seeking an organised, creative and motivated Graduate to join our Packaging team. The primary function of this role is to coordinate Lidl’s own brand packaging from artwork initiation until completion. The role will involve liaising with external service providers and internal departments to ensure all requirements are met on packaging.

• Responsible for the development of packaging for all Irish bought food products sold in Ireland & Northern Ireland (National) and abroad (Export), from creation through to print
• Overseeing all elements of packaging from project initiation to completion (including labelling and legal check, brand design and visual styling)
• Communicating between packaging manager, design agencies, the buying department, legal consultants, photographers, suppliers and printers
• Assisting the Packaging Manager in developing own-brand designs
• Managing regular updates to internal systems, records, and documentation.
• Assisting with ad hoc projects

What you'll need

• An expected or attained 2.1 Honours Level 8 degree
• Strong analytical skills and numeracy skills
• The ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines
• Strong personal and communication skills
• Motivation and drive
• Flexibility to travel or relocate within Ireland is required
• Full driver’s licence is required
• German is an advantage but not a necessity

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl

• €45,500 per annum pro rata
• 20 days holidays per annum pro rata
• Private employee medical insurance
• Flexible start and finish times
• City & Guilds/ILM assured programme
• Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
• Responsibility for and involvement in projects with real business impact
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Bespoke training plan depending on current skills and career path
• One-to-one coaching available from a qualified coach in the business
• A vast array of training and development opportunities from our in-house training catalogue including Leadership Development Programmes
• Masterclasses with renowned business experts
• Director and graduate mentorship programme
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
• Unlock a flex pot allowance to spend on a selection of benefits after 6 months of service

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.