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 a motivated and eager Quality & Sustainability Co-ordinator, with high attention to detail to join our Programmes & Standards team within our Quality & Sustainability Department. You will be responsible for data analysing, reporting, identifying opportunities for improvements and stakeholder engagement. We are looking for someone who can effectively communicate with internal and external parties in a positive and professional manner while learning and proactively supporting in a fast-paced environment. The primary focus of the role will be sustainability topics regarding products and suppliers but you will also have the opportunity to work on product quality and safety topics.

The objective of this role is to carry out duties to a high standard with emphasis on continuous improvement and high performance. 

What you'll do

• Supporting the execution of Lidl’s ‘A Better Tomorrow’ sustainability strategy, across 6 key strategic pillars: Protecting Climate, Respecting Biodiversity, Acting Fairly, Promoting Health, Engaging in Dialogue and Conserving Resources.
• Compliance with legal regulations, internal guidelines and standards to enhance quality, efficiency and output.
• Management of KPI tracker - updating, data analysis and identifying opportunities for improvements to ensure compliance with regulations and transparency in achieving targets and commitments.
• Supporting in the development and coordination of sustainability and packaging projects.
• Prepare reports for management to track strategic goal accomplishment.
• Identifying areas for improving sustainability practices across the business.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

What you'll need

• A third-level degree is essential in a relevant discipline (Sustainability, packaging technology, food science, science, engineering etc.).
• Good organisational, analytical and data management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines while working under pressure and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and quick to adapt to complex situations.
• A full driving licence is beneficial.
• Team-oriented personality with the ability to work independently.

What you'll receive

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

• €37,500  rising to €51,000  after 3 years
• 20 days holidays per annum rising to 25 days after 2 years
• Private employee medical insurance
• Company pension
• Flexible start and finish times
• Initial training and ongoing development from an experienced team member
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Hybrid working model - up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
• Maternity & Paternity Leave top up, Marriage Leave, Employee Assistance Programme

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.