Purchasing Assistant - Food Promotions

Summary

Lidl US is searching for the next Purchasing Assistant to join our Food Promotions team! The Purchasing Assistant facilitates the efficient operation of the assigned department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks. The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for timely information flow and team organization. The role ensures data accuracy and supports with digital logging. The role is also responsible for filing documentation, spreadsheet preparation, and communicating amongst the team, and with other departments.

PLEASE NOTE:
This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Arlington, VA, and follows a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week in-office.

Essential Functions

• Support with the preparation of correspondence, memos, documents, emails, and presentations for department
• Perform data entry and maintenance for various projects including ad hoc departmental reports
• Maintain high levels of integrity and discretion
• Cross check systems to ensure promotion data accuracy
• Assist in sending or coordinating email communications to and from the department inbox
• Enter item level data into the promotional planning system
• Assist with team scheduling and room reservations
• Organize and log all memos, contracts, agendas, and other documents in team folders
• Proof data accuracy of marketing materials
• Assist managers with PowerPoint presentations
• Assist managers with preparation of competitive market analysis or promotional planning
• Manage item samples from mailroom pick up, organizing sample room, coordinating with cross-functional teams for marketing purposes, giveaways and donations
• Assist Managers with other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing
• Ability to work independently and as a team player

Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of experience in a related field

Preferred Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• German language skills

Physical Job Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
• Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
• Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Total Well-Being Program
• Daily Pay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.