Area Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A UK retail leader seeks an Area Manager for Wakefield. This pivotal role involves mentoring Store Managers, ensuring operational excellence, and achieving KPIs across five stores. Lidl offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and numerous benefits, fostering teamwork and individual growth within a diverse 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 motivating and leading teams across multiple sites.
• Ability to interpret complex reports and oversee new initiatives.
• Effective communication skills for team support and concept launches.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support Store Managers to improve performance.
• Ensure operational efficiency and compliance in stores.
• Create an empowering environment for team success.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Motivating teams

Job description

Area Manager (Hiring Immediately), Wakefield

Client:

Lidl

Location:

Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

02.07.2025

Expiry Date:

16.08.2025

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 operational 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 their KPIs and maintain high standards
• Create an environment where your teams can excel, in accordance 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 our evolving business practices
• Effective communication skills to support your teams with new 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
• Plus many more perks

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 and find your place at Lidl.

Please note: Your employment is conditional upon satisfactory references and, if requested, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.