• Job Description

  Req#: 415680

  Summary

  £49,500* - £66,000* 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.

  As a Lidl Procurement Governance Contract Consultant, you’ll be responsible for reviewing and drafting procurement contracts. From liaising with the legal department to coordinating with project managers on contract creation and signing, you’ll be the true expert in managing the whole contract process from initiation to expiry. You’ll also give a weekly overview to senior management on contract status and expiration.

  In return, we’ll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl.

  We’re proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, so we’ll make sure you have access to the right training and real opportunities to build your career as well.

  What you'll do

  • Review contracts to ensure that they contribute to the company’s goals and objectives
  • Act as the point of contact for contract management between the Procurement and the Legal departments
  • Ensure the organization's internal contract documents are accurate and well maintained
  • Analyse risks associated with specific contract terms and communicate it to stakeholders, including senior management
  • Challenge and implement changes to the contract templates and existing procedures
  • Supervise the contract management process making sure the databases and tools are up-to-date at all times
  • Create and provide contract reports
  • Liaise with category managers to identify and implement cost saving potential
  • Provide advice and guidance for category managers on contract formulation
  • Work on strategic projects with high level of autonomy and leadership as well as with high level of exposure to Board of Directors within Lidl UK
  • Work with main business stakeholders to identify service optimisation and value improvement opportunities
  • Lead ad-hoc Procurement Governance projects

  What you'll need

  • Experience with contract writing and contract management
  • Demonstrable understanding of legal terminology and contract clauses
  • Experience with contract negotiation
  • Exemplary attention to detail, thoroughness, and analytical skills
  • Comfortable working as part of a multidimensional team, challenging existing processes and implementing change
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines
  • Proficient knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Working knowledge of local and international contract laws is desirable

  What you'll receive

  • 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)
  • 10% in-store discount
  • Ongoing training
  • Enhanced family leave
  • Pension scheme
  • Plus, more of the perks you deserve

  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.

  *includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

  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.

• About the company

  Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG is a German international discount supermarket chain that operates over 12,000 stores across Europe and the United States.

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