Summary
From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl.
With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team
The Procurement Manager will be responsible for sourcing equipment and services to support our stores, regional offices & warehouses and head office. You will lead the full tendering lifecycle for GNFR categories including store fittings, cleaning, maintenance, security, HR services (e.g. training, uniforms), and sales support (e.g. promotional materials).
What you'll do
End-to-End Tender Management & Strategic Sourcing
- Develop and issue RFPs, evaluate supplier proposals, conduct commercial and contractual negotiations, and award contracts.
- Draft and negotiate robust commercial agreements that secure competitive pricing and mitigate business risk.
- Utilise eTendering and eSourcing platforms to manage procurement events with transparency and efficiency.
- Conduct market research to stay informed on supplier capabilities, cost drivers, and emerging trends, feeding into sourcing strategies and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments including HR, IT, Construction, Marketing, Facilities, Legal, and Sales to align procurement strategies with business needs.
- Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs, ensuring delivery of contractual obligations and long-term value.
- Lead supplier reviews and performance improvement initiatives, fostering strong, value-driven partnerships.
- Support sustainability and ethical sourcing goals in collaboration with the CSR team, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.
What you'll need
- Proven Procurement Expertise: Minimum 2 years’ experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, ideally within a retail, FMCG, or multi-site environment.
- Tendering & Contracting: Demonstrated ability to manage complex end-to-end tender processes, including drafting RFPs, evaluating bids, negotiating terms, and awarding contracts.
- Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation through supplier agreements.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments including HR, IT, Legal, Finance, and Operations.
- Supplier Management: Experience in managing supplier relationships, monitoring performance against KPIs/SLAs, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
- Project Delivery: Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver sourcing projects on time and within budget.
- Educational Background: Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field is an advantage.
- Category Knowledge: Familiarity with GNFR categories such as store equipment, facilities services, HR-related services, and marketing support.
- Market Insight: Up-to-date understanding of supplier markets, cost drivers, and industry trends to inform sourcing strategies.
What you'll receive
We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl
- €51,000 rising to €65,000 after 3 years
- 20 days holidays per annum rising to 25 days after two years
- Private employee medical insurance
- Company pension after one year of service
- Flexible start and finish times
- Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development
- Dynamic work environment
- Modern office facility with free parking
- On-site gym and canteen
- Hybrid working model - up to 2 days remote working per week
- Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.