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.
Making sure a group of Lidl stores operates efficiently and generates maximum turnover is a big responsibility, so we are highly selective in choosing the right person.
We are looking for proactive, strategic-thinking retail professionals with proven experience in a similar role. This role is about fresh ideas and a passion for people management. We seek problem-solving managers who can inspire high achievement. If you’ve got it, you’ll receive a great package and opportunities to develop your management abilities in a fast-growing retail environment.
Please note that your application will include 3 exercises, designed to provide us with a more in-depth understanding of you as a potential future leader with team Lidl.
What You'll Do
* Management of a district with line manager responsibility for all Store Managers within your district
* Ensuring a positive and motivated work environment and effective collaboration
* Developing, supporting, and coaching Store Managers within your district
* Analysing and optimising stock movements
* Completing district tours with the Sales Executive
* Completing regular cash management checks
* Supporting projects through analysis and feedback
* Overseeing store refurbishments, new openings, and re-openings
* Creating and implementing annual business plans for your district
* Planning KPIs and store staffing structure for your district
* Supporting the implementation of the company strategy in your district
* Preparing for and participating in Area Manager meetings
What You'll Need
* A minimum of a 2.1 degree in any discipline or a minimum of three years management experience
* Excellent communication, planning, organisation, and analytical skills
* A full clean driving licence
* Organised, flexible, motivated, and a hard-working leader
* Previous experience in a fast-paced environment
* Proven ability to motivate and lead a team
* Strong interest in developing a career in retail
What You'll Receive
* €69,875* starting salary for a Trainee Area Manager
* €79,550 rising up to €107,500 within 4 years
* 25 days holiday per annum
* Company pension after 6 months
* Circle K discounts available for all employees
* Maternity & Paternity Leave top-up, Marriage leave, Employee Assistance Programme
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Private employee medical insurance
* Initial training and ongoing development from an experienced team member
* A fully expensed company car
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