Purchasing Administrative Assistant — Calendar & Reporting

Lidl Atlanta; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Life & AD&D insurance

DailyPay

Job summary

Lidl US is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join the Purchasing team. The role supports Buyers and Directors, handling correspondence, calls, and tasks efficiently.

Key duties include calendar management, document preparation, data entry, and assisting with department analyses. Strong communication and organization are essential; German is a plus, HS diploma required, 1–2 years experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to present at all levels.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Google Workspace tools or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to quickly learn organizational structure and team objectives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, schedule, and coordinate calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Support with the preparation of correspondence, memos, documents, emails, and presentations for department.
• Perform data entry and maintenance for various projects including ad hoc departmental reports.
• Maintain high levels of integrity and discretion.
• Provide support to the assigned Director and Managers in the department.
• Administrate all buying processes including New Item Setup Forms, Change Forms, Contract Setup Forms, Listing Forms, and Monthly Category Overviews.
• Regularly communicate with corporate teams.
• Handle, respond to, and direct incoming correspondence, calls, and tasks in a timely manner.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management.
• Provide assistance during department assortment analyses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Google Workspace

Organization

Recordkeeping

Independent work

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Lidl US is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join the Purchasing team. The role supports Buyers and Directors, handling correspondence, calls, and tasks efficiently.

Key duties include calendar management, document preparation, data entry, and assisting with department analyses. Strong communication and organization are essential; German is a plus, HS diploma required, 1–2 years experience preferred.