2026 Graduate Trainee (Country Management) - Singapore

Lidl; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable international retail company is offering a two-year graduate program in Singapore for recent graduates. The program focuses on establishing supplier relationships and understanding market entry strategies. Candidates must possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and exhibit strong interpersonal skills. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the sourcing industry while receiving ongoing training and mentorship.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits

Networking opportunities

External training sponsorship

Ongoing training and development

Buddy and mentor programme

Qualifications

• Graduates of 2026 or recent graduates with up to 1 year working experience.
• Major in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Global Procurement & Strategic Sourcing or Product/General Engineering.
• The right to work in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on local suppliers and industry clusters.
• Identify potential suppliers aligned with compliance and sustainability standards.
• Guide new suppliers through the onboarding process.

Skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Creativity in problem-solving

Strong analytical ability

Enthusiasm for working in the sourcing industry

Education

Bachelor’s degree with Upper Second Class/higher or GPA 3.0

Job description

Summary

Have you recently graduated, and do you want to bring energy and ambition to our team? Then apply for our two-year graduate scheme, which commences in August 2026, and become a part of our Country Management team to play a pivotal role in identifying and establishing supplier relationships in new and evolving sourcing markets to further analyse and evaluate potentials for Lidl & Kaufland Asia.

What you’ll do

During your placement, you will work in our SG office and your rotations will be exposed to the following areas within the business:

Market Entry Strategy

• Conduct in-depth research to understand the local supplier landscape, industry clusters, and export capabilities relevant to Lidl & Kaufland product categories.
• Map out supply chain infrastructure, key trade bodies, and local regulatory requirements.

Supplier Identification & Evaluation

• Identify potential suppliers aligned with Lidl & Kaufland’s quality, compliance and sustainability standards.
• Conduct initial capability assessments through desktop research & virtual meetings.

Onboarding & Integration

• Guide new suppliers through the full onboarding process, ensuring compliance with Company’s policies, ethical sourcing standards and technical requirements.
• Prepare market analysis reports, supplier evaluations, and onboarding documentation for internal decision-making.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with internal teams (quality assurance, logistics, compliance, merchandising) to ensure smooth integration of new suppliers into existing supply chains.

This comprehensive program is designed to equip you with a holistic understanding of our operations while fostering your growth and development in the sourcing industry.

What you’ll need

• Graduates of 2026 or recent graduates with up to 1 year working experience
• Bachelor’s degree with an Upper Second Class/higher or GPA score of at least 3.0 with major, including but not limited to: Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Global Procurement & Strategic Sourcing or Product / General Engineering
• Enthusiasm for working in the dynamic sourcing industry, any previous experience in sourcing or business development being highly advantageous
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Creativity in problem-solving and strong analytical ability
• An appetite for an ambitious career and the ability to adapt to new situations within a fast-paced environment
• The right to work in Singapore

What you’ll receive

• Excellent salary and benefits
• Networking opportunities
• External training sponsorship
• Ongoing training and development
• Continuing support with our buddy and mentor programme