Procurement Graduate Programme

OverviewOur Procurement department is at the heart of delivering value across the business, driving cost savings, enhancing supplier relationships and supporting strategic decision making. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Graduate to help deliver high impact projects that make a real difference. The Lidl Procurement Graduate programme allows you to dive into a variety of complex and rewarding projects, learning how to manage timelines, budgets and stakeholder expectations. From supplier negotiations to process optimisation, you''ll gain experience in managing your own projects. You''ll follow a structured 23-month training programme, designed to build your expertise and confidence as a future Procurement specialist. With on the job coaching and exposure to real world challenges, you''ll develop the skills to lead projects and drive results in a fast-paced environment. If you''re curious, driven and ready to take ownership of exciting and challenging projects, this is your opportunity to build a career in Procurement on our Graduate programme!

What you’ll do

Managing projects in the procurement sector

Coordinating and overseeing tender processes, negotiating, contracting and implementing service level agreements

Conducting thorough market research to ensure we are competitive in our approach

Liaising with internal and external stakeholders

Preparing summaries, overviews and project status documents for senior management personnel

Managing and maintaining supplier relationships

Acting as an ambassador for Lidl when dealing with 3rd parties

Managing and negotiating indirect supplier contracts

Requirements

A minimum 2:2 degree awarded in 2024, 2025 or 2026, but must be graduated by September 2026

Possession of a full UK driving licence by 1 February 2026

Already live, or happy to relocate, within a one-hour commute of Lidl GB Head Office, Tolworth, Surrey

To be legally entitled to work in the UK on a full-time basis

A passion for the Procurement cycle; be a strategic, innovative thinker that can come up with tangible solutions

An excellent communicator, effective negotiator, and confident presenter

Good attention to detail and able to manage deadlines

Willing to travel both nationally and internationally, including occasional overnight stays

Salary and benefits

£40,000 per annum

30 days'' holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Company Car

Pension scheme

Discounted Gym

Plus, more of the perks you deserve

An additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

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