Company:
Lidl - Head Office
Location: Kingston upon Thames
Closing Date: 26/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Procurement Services Consultant Role
At Lidl - Head Office, we're seeking a skilled Procurement Services Consultant to join our team. As a key member of our procurement department, you'll be responsible for tendering and appointing suppliers for various procurement topics. Your expertise will be crucial in driving our business forward, and we're excited to see the impact you'll make.
Key Responsibilities
Engage with different departments to analyze and highlight their needs
Onboard new procurement categories
Demonstrate innovative thinking and proactivity in implementing new services or strategic solutions
Manage the tender process from market research to creating tender packs, completing scorecards, and presenting final recommendations
Conduct strategic sourcing initiatives, including negotiations, supplier and industry analysis, benchmarks, cost structure analysis, and process compliance
Negotiate with suppliers and draft contracts
Manage contracts and maintain supplier relationships
Prepare summaries, overviews, and project status documents for senior management
Track and control budgets
Requirements
Solid experience in a procurement role
CIPS Level 4 qualification or equivalent
Experience working with suppliers, contract management, and tendering
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Effective negotiator and confident presenter
Ability to prioritize projects and communicate effectively
Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently within tight deadlines
Strong knowledge of Excel
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures
Generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Enhanced family leave
Pension scheme
10% in-store discount
30-35 days' holiday (pro rata)
Plus, more of the perks you deserve
At Lidl - Head Office, we're seeking a skilled Procurement Services Consultant to join our team. As a key member of our procurement department, you'll be responsible for tendering and appointing suppliers for various procurement topics. Your expertise will be crucial in driving our business forward, and we're excited to see the impact you'll make.
Key Responsibilities
Engage with different departments to analyze and highlight their needs
Onboard new procurement categories
Demonstrate innovative thinking and proactivity in implementing new services or strategic solutions
Manage the tender process from market research to creating tender packs, completing scorecards, and presenting final recommendations
Conduct strategic sourcing initiatives, including negotiations, supplier and industry analysis, benchmarks, cost structure analysis, and process compliance
Negotiate with suppliers and draft contracts
Manage contracts and maintain supplier relationships
Prepare summaries, overviews, and project status documents for senior management
Track and control budgets
Requirements
Solid experience in a procurement role
CIPS Level 4 qualification or equivalent
Experience working with suppliers, contract management, and tendering
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Effective negotiator and confident presenter
Ability to prioritize projects and communicate effectively
Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently within tight deadlines
Strong knowledge of Excel
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures
Generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Enhanced family leave
Pension scheme
10% in-store discount
30-35 days' holiday (pro rata)
Plus, more of the perks you deserve
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