Senior Procurement Manager - Equipment & Technology

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.

We are seeking an optimistic and enthusiastic Senior Procurement Manager to lead our tender negotiations across the Equipment & Technology (GNFR) team while bringing our "Cost Focused" DNA to life across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

What you'll do

• Strategic Sourcing & Cost Leadership: Develop and execute a multi-year Procurement strategy for Equipment and Technology aligned with Lidl Ireland and Northern Ireland’s growth targets and "Cost-Focused" DNA. 
• Negotiation Excellence: Lead high-value tender negotiations, relentlessly driving Value for Money (VFM) and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across all spend areas. 
• Supplier Relationship Management: Manage a vast, complex portfolio of local Irish and international suppliers. Act as the primary interface and the “face of Lidl Ireland and Northern Ireland” for national and international vendors. 
• Group Networking: Build strong relationships with SBES (Schwarz Beschaffung) to deeply integrate local operations into international Procurement networks, leveraging global economies of scale. 
• Organisational Influence and Collaboration: Manage, prioritise, and execute incoming Procurement requests from the wider business, serving as a reliable partner while ensuring all requests align with commercial goals and budget standards. 
• Procurement as a Strategic Partner: Continue to actively broaden the Procurement team’s remit, positioning the department as a strategic partner that adds value to every area of the business. 
• Project Management: Support cross-functional project teams by seamlessly delivering complex sourcing initiatives on schedule and within budget. 
• Innovation: Act as a forward-thinking leader who looks beyond standard cost-savings. You will introduce agile sourcing practices and adopt emerging technologies to ensure our supplier portfolio remains resilient and modern.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with SBES (Schwarz Beschaffung) sourcing guidelines and adherence to global KPIs. Implement Procurement best practices and ensure adherence to defined procedural standards across the business. 
• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Procurement Managers, fostering a high-performance, cost-focused culture. Promote continuous professional development and knowledge-sharing within the team. 

What you'll need

• Experience developing and implementing Procurement strategies across multiple spend categories.
• A proactive, self-starter attitude with the drive to take ownership of projects. 
• Ability to influence and manage senior stakeholders across multiple business functions.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to stakeholders. 
• Proven experience leading complex supplier negotiations, contract management and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into commercial recommendations. 
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and meet tight deadlines. 
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality outputs. 
• A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments. 
• Advanced IT literacy (including Google Suite) and robust administrative capabilities. 
• A degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related discipline. 

What you'll receive

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

• €78,000 rising to €103,000 after 4 years
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days holidays per annum
• Private employee medical insurance
• Company pension
• Flexible start and finish times
• Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Maternity & Paternity Leave top up, Marriage Leave, Employee Assistance Programme
• 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 age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, religious belief or political opinion.