Deputy Store Manager

Lidl; Southampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Southampton is looking for a Deputy Store Manager to oversee store operations, manage staff, and ensure excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a fast-paced environment and strong communication skills. Join us to grow your career at Lidl and make an impact in a supportive, diverse workplace.

Benefits

30-35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Pension scheme

Ongoing training

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to assist colleagues and customers.
• Ability to manage time, delegate, and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage cash processes and monitor stock integrity.
• Inspire colleagues and create a productive work environment.
• Take responsibility for the store when the Store Manager is absent.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Customer service

KPI management

Job description

Summary

£36,000 - £44,500 per annum | 30-35 days' holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everybody who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're resilient, confident and trusted leaders.

Just like you.

What you'll do

As a Deputy Store Manager at Lidl, you'll be cool, calm and collected, getting stuck in on the shop floor and behind the scenes. From managing cash processes and monitoring stock integrity to inspiring your colleagues, you\'ll play a huge part in creating a place where you and your whole team can do your best work. You\'ll also enjoy great responsibility while the Store Manager is absent, taking ownership of the store and leading by example to support your colleagues.

What you'll need

• Experience leading and developing a team in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills to help your colleagues and customers in a friendly and open way
• A knack for time management, delegation and problem-solving
• The confidence to support your team through every shift
• A pride in providing unmatched customer service for everyone who shops with us
• The ability to monitor, manage and improve KPIs

What you'll receive

• 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training
• Enhanced family leave
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve

You're Lidl like us

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 get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company\'s receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.