Summary

The Project Specialist acts as the vital link between Headquarters (HQ) and local country organizations. You will drive the end-to-end execution of cross-functional initiatives, ensuring that HQ led projects are translated into local success. This role is responsible for maintaining operational excellence through central steering, process standardization, and hands-on support during project rollouts.

What you'll do

The holder of the position is mainly responsible for the following areas in coordination with his / her superior:

Project Management

• Support projects from initial scoping and resource planning through to implementation and final handover
• Facilitate cross-functional project integration across key HQ departments (Concept & Services, Merchandising & Sourcing, etc.) to identify, map and mitigate complex inter-departmental dependencies
• Synthesizing complex project concepts into persuasive presentations that drive stakeholder consensus and formal approval
• Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate transparent communication, reporting frequency, ensuring high levels of engagement           

Local Market Support & Central Steering

• Acting as lead for local offices to ensure full alignment with HQ led operational standards and strategic objectives.
• Identify operational challenges and provide solutions for roadblocks within local offices that require HQ support.

 Reporting

• Develop and roll out a standardised, multi-regional KPI reporting framework to track key KPI’s and supplier development

What you'll need

•    At least 4-5 years’ experience in new business development, project management preferably in the sourcing or retail industry in sizeable organization
•    A firm understanding of the sourcing industry 
•    Prior experience in project management is a plus
•    Bachelor’s degree holder
•    Advanced Google Suite Skills, advance presentation skills. Knowledge of Tableau or other BI tools
•    Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills and communication skills
•    Self-motivated, analytical-mind and excellent problem-solving skills
•    Independent, detail minded and self motivated with judgement and team collaboration skills
•    Fluency in English is a must

What you'll receive

We are dedicated to fostering a family-friendly culture and work environment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates with the required skills and experience. We enable fair pay within the company by creating non-discriminatory salary systems. Working at Lidl & Kaufland Asia is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We are accredited as a Fair and Progressive employer by the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP).

Market Leading Remuneration Package:

• Annual wage supplement and discretionary bonus
• Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance

Supportive Environment:

• Out of Office leave for important appointments
• In-house training courses
• Training sponsorship scheme

Work-life Balance:

• 5-day week
• Competitive Annual Leave
• Charity, Community and Sporting Events