Intern - Buying-Food Assortment

Lidl US is searching for the next Intern to join our Buying-Food Assortment team! The Buying Intern will work on a variety of tasks and assignments as it relates to Lidl US in-store assortment. This includes selection of items, pricing, and quality. The Intern will be provided with an opportunity to receive hands-on training in key promotional buying and planning principles while working closely with Purchasing leadership. The culmination of the Internship will require a presentation to leadership on a strategic initiative. *** This position reports to our Headquarters in Arlington, VA on a hybrid 3-day schedule. *** What You'll Do Essential Functions • Gather, track, and analyze important market information for several categories of food assortment • Support Senior Category Manager in optimizing current food assortments within the business • Assist in improving data quality and present findings that will be the base for assortment decisions • Assist in Lidl US Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as Goods-in Margin, Sales Units, and Customer Turnover • Conduct market analysis online and offline • Other duties as assigned What You'll Need Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities • Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail • Ability to work independently or in a team within an open office environment • Strong research and analytical skills • Must be a self-motivated individual • Retail background preferred but not required • Ability to commit to a full time work schedule (40 hours per week) Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or similar field from an accredited University • Must be a rising Junior or Senior with a 3.0 or higher grade point average Physical Job Requirements • Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods of time between in-office desk work and in-field assignments • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

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