Non Food Officer

Summary

£33,000* up to £41,800* per annum - 30-35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you

Our Non Food Buying Department is looking for an Officer to join their team. As part of this unique opportunity, you’ll be working in the heart of the department, meaning you’ll learn about a number of our key product categories as well as supporting the team with planning and the advertising of non food products, working closely with other departments across the business.

We seek a confident and driven Officer who possesses exceptional interpersonal skills, fosters a strong team culture and maintains a positive pro-active attitude. This individual should be capable of supporting our team by consistently delivering results in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The diverse selection offered in the 'Middle of Lidl' is a key factor in our customers' loyalty, ensuring they return week after week, with each week presenting new opportunities and experiences.

If you’re looking for a role where you can learn, grow your skills and develop into a role with excellent ongoing progression potential this could be the perfect role for you.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you’ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

What you'll do

• Assisting category managers with market research, trend scouting and price setting
• Preparing weekly reports and presenting them to senior stakeholders
• Handling samples for marketing, range innovation and price evaluation purposes
• Dispatching samples to our international offices
• Translating the packaging of our non food products
• Analysing data to understand customer habits and influence buying decisions
• Identifying problems and providing solutions
• Liaising daily with various internal, external and international stakeholders

What you'll need

• An advanced level of German is essential
• A strong multi-tasker with excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• A passion for retail and products, as well as a deep interest in non food market
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot errors
• Self-starter with the drive to shape their own role
• Intermediate level Excel skills would be highly advantageous, but this can be taught
• Previous experience in an office based environment

What you'll receive

• 30 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Enhanced family leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Plus more of the perks you deserve

*includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance.

You’re Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience.

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.