Trainee Buyer Programme

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.

At Lidl, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset and that our success is hugely attributable to the commitment and dedication of our workforce. Career development and training are of major importance to us. All employees are provided with the training and support they need to reach their full potential and to progress within the company. Structured, on-the-job training is the foundation of our training concept, giving our employees the opportunity for further development both professionally and personally. At Lidl we believe that training is the most important investment we can make in our people.

As part of the Trainee Buyer Programme in this fast-paced and exciting area of our business, you will be given a structured and comprehensive training plan which will enable you to develop the skills required in order to assist in the development and management of product categories through detailed market and consumer behaviour analysis. This will involve continuously sourcing new suppliers, promoting product innovation and ensuring a top-quality offering at the lowest possible price for our customers.

This position welcomes applications from both recent graduates and experienced professionals in the grocery retail sector. Selected candidates will be invited to an assessment centre in June, with successful applicants commencing their roles in September 2025.

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

What you'll need

• German is an advantage
• Third-level degree is essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent communication skills
• Motivated and drive
• Ability to work under pressure
• Full driving licence is essential

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl

• €44,000 per annum
• 20 days holidays per annum
• Private employee medical insurance
• Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
• Responsibility for and involvement in projects with real business impact
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Bespoke training plan depending on current skills and career path
• One-to-one mentoring
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• 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.