Area Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking an Area Manager in Chesterfield. This pivotal role involves overseeing multiple stores, mentoring Store Managers, and driving performance while ensuring high standards. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for career growth and development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

Ongoing training

10% in-store discount

Fully expensed company car

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading teams across multiple sites.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to interpret complex reports.
• Valid UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Regularly visit stores to ensure operational efficiency.
• Mentor Store Managers for improved team performance.
• Empower teams to achieve KPIs.
• Create high-performing team environments.

Skills

Leadership

Team Motivation

Communication

Analytical Skills

Job description

Area Manager (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

Client:

Lidl

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

01.07.2025

Expiry Date:

15.08.2025

Job Description:

Summary

£62,000 - £90,000 per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | Ongoing training | 10% in-store discount

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re resilient, confident and willing to take on a challenge. Just like you.

As a Lidl Area Manager, you’ll be one of our future leaders, helping us move into our next stage of growth. You’ll begin your journey by learning our business from the inside out, to best equip you before you embark on your new role. From stacking shelves as a Customer Assistant to leading from the shop floor as a Store Manager, we’ll make sure you’re fully immersed in all things Lidl.

In no time, you'll be coordinating up to five stores and supporting your Store Managers to lead their teams, hit KPIs and deliver their best work.

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 of Lidl.

We’re proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, and you’ll find your role to be rewarding in every sense. We'll make sure you have access to the right training and real opportunities to build your career with us.

What you'll do

• Regularly visit your stores to ensure operations run smoothly, focusing on efficiency, productivity, and compliance.
• Mentor and support your Store Managers in recruiting, training, and developing their teams, while improving store performance.
• Empower your teams to achieve KPIs and uphold high standards.
• Create an environment where your teams can perform their best, in line with our Leadership & Company Principles.

What you'll need

• Extensive experience motivating and leading teams across multiple sites to achieve outstanding results.
• Ability to interpret complex reports, implement next steps, and oversee new initiatives.
• Drive to learn and stay updated with the evolving aspects of our business.
• Effective communication skills to support your teams with launches, concepts, and processes.
• A full UK Driving License.

What you'll receive

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• Ongoing training
• 10% in-store discount
• A fully expensed company car
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced family leave
• And more benefits to support you.

At Lidl, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

If you’re ready to make a difference, apply now. Your employment is conditional upon satisfactory references and, if requested, a satisfactory DBS check.