Supply Chain Officer
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain & Logistics, Operations Management, Logistics Coordination
Supply Chain Officer - Inbound Goods (12 Months Fixed Term Contract) - Regional Office
Location:
Southampton
Company: Lidl GB
Reference: 759361
Salary Range: £32,000 - £40,000
Sector: Retail, Wholesale
Summary£32,000 - £40,000 per annum | 30-35 days' holiday (pro rata) | 12 month Fixed Term Contract | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave
Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're hard-working, resourceful and have a sixth sense for details. Just like you. As a Supply Chain Officer at Lidl, you'll be responsible for making sure all our incoming stock gets to where it needs to be on time, 24/7/365 days a year (and leap years).
From balancing warehouse constraints to ensuring all orders are completed and minimizing waste by keeping stock as fresh as when it first arrived.
This is the ideal role for someone who likes to be kept on their toes and have their finger on the pulse. 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 Lidl. We're proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, and you'll find your role rewarding in every sense.
We'll make sure you have access to the right training to thrive in your new job.
Please be aware, should this temporary assignment have the potential to go permanent, the colleague on the temporary assignment will have the first refusal of the role (provided measures have been met).
Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g., Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
Whatyou'll do
- Analyzing and ensuring the availability of listed items
- Proactively managing the demand of listed items
- Making frequent independent decisions regarding orders
- Building strong, lasting relationships with suppliers
- Ensuring our ordering systems are accurate and regularly updated
- Always liaising with stores to support their key availability objectives
- Degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience
- An analytical mind and a methodical approach with strong PC skills and an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- The ability to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Fluency in German is desirable but not essential
- 30-35 days' annual holiday (pro rata)
- Ongoing training
- 10% in-store discount
- Enhanced family leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Plus more of the perks you deserve
secure and fast-growing business, and you'll find your role rewarding in every sense. We'll make sure you have access to the right training to thrive in your new job. Please be aware, should this Temporary Assignment have the potential to go permanent, the colleague on the Temporary Assignment will have first-refusal of the role (provided measures have been met) What you'll do Analysing and making sure of the availability of listed items Proactively managing the demand of listed items
Confidently making frequent independent decisions regarding orders
Building strong, lasting relationships with suppliers
Making sure our ordering systems are accurate and regularly updated Always liaising with stores to support their key availability objectives
What you'll need Degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience
An analytical mind and a methodical approach with strong PC skills and an advanced…
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