Deputy Store Manager - Newcastle

Lidl Northern Ireland; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations and lead a motivated team. This role involves managing stock levels, driving KPIs, and ensuring exceptional customer service. With a commitment to employee development, the company offers a transparent salary structure and numerous benefits, including a competitive pension scheme and generous holidays. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about leadership, this opportunity could be your next career move!

Benefits

29 days holidays per annum

Company pension after 1 year

Private employee medical insurance

Mobile and broadband discounts

Generous discounts at Circle K

Bike to Work scheme

Maternity Leave top-up

Marriage leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Full driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Manage, motivate, and develop the store team.
• Ensure excellent customer service and shop floor presentation.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Target-driven approach

Flexibility in shift patterns

Education

A Levels or equivalent

Job description

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.

Do you enjoy leading by example? This could be your next career move. Come and talk to us to see what we’re all about.

Please note that as part of your application, you will be asked to complete a numerical and verbal reasoning test, designed to provide us with a more in-depth understanding of your skills and your potential as a member of team Lidl.

What you'll do

• Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations of your store
• Maintain a target-driven approach to KPIs
• Manage, motivate, and develop the store team
• Maintain excellent shop floor presentation
• Ensure adequate stock levels are always maintained
• Consistently deliver excellent customer service

What you'll need

• To have completed your A Levels or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years management experience in a fast-paced environment
• Full driving licence
• A passion for working in a fast-paced, varied environment, hitting targets, and meeting deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The flexibility to work varying shift patterns
• Preferably, previous experience working as an Assistant Store Manager, but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl.

• £29,000 rising to £38,000 after 3 years
• 29 days holidays per annum, rising to 34 days after 2 years (pro rata, including Bank Holidays)
• Company pension after 1 year
• Private employee medical insurance
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and progression to Store Manager level (and beyond!)
• Recognition through our Leadership Academy for high performers
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Vodafone
• Generous discounts at Circle K, Bike to Work scheme
• Maternity Leave top-up, Marriage leave, Employee Assistance Programme

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all applicants have equal opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion, or membership of the traveller community.