Deputy Store Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Hounslow seeks a Deputy Store Manager to lead the store team and manage daily operations. In this pivotal role, you will inspire your colleagues, support customers, and uphold store standards. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in leadership and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary with generous benefits, including 30-35 days of holiday and a pension scheme. Join us to shape a positive shopping experience and develop your career with us.

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 challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to help colleagues and customers in a friendly way.
• Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the store independently in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Motivate and support the team by learning from Company Values.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety laws.

Skills

Leadership in fast-paced environments

Excellent communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Customer service focus

KPI management

Job description

Summary

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

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 trusted leaders.

Just like you.

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.

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 supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there will be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here.

What you'll do

• Set a spectacular example for the Store Team and your customers
• Independently manage the store in the absence of the Store Manager
• Motivate and support your team, learning from our Company Values
• Diligently check and work deliveries, managing the till area and monitoring KPIs
• Be a friendly face for every customer, offering excellent service and helping with all customer queries
• Competently comply with Health and Safety laws, standards and guidelines

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