Buyer - Fast Hire

We are hiring a capable Buyer to join our all-star team at Lidl Ireland in Dublin.
Growing your career as a Full Time Buyer is a fantastic opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in presentation, adaptability and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Buyer at Lidl Ireland today!


Summary

With over 6,000 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.

In this fast-paced and exciting area of our business, you will be given the responsibility to develop and manage product categories through detailed market and consumer behaviour analysis. This will involve continuously sourcing new suppliers, promoting product innovation, ensuring a top-quality offering at the lowest possible price for our customers.

Our buyers bring the most exciting products to our shelves and help us deliver great value to customers.

What you'll do

• Completing regular competitor and assortment analysis and product group comparisons
• Tasting and conducting quality checks in consultation with the Quality Assurance department
• Negotiating and building relationships with national and international suppliers
• Working in collaboration with other related departments such as Social Media, Marketing and Promotional Planning to help manage and drive our product categories
• Setting and reviewing retail prices on a regular basis
• Managing supplier contracts

What you'll need

• Fluent German is an advantage
• Third-level degree is essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Food Science knowledge is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills
• Confident, motivated and can work independently
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Driving licence is essential

What you'll receive

Through our salary system, we ensure pay equality across all positions at Lidl

• €43,250rising to €55,150 over 4 years
• Company car (optional)
• 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
• Dynamic work environment
• New office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Up to 2 days remote working per week

Benefits of working as a Buyer in Dublin:

● Company offers great benefits
● Opportunities to grow
● Competitive salary

● Remote Work opportunity