Non Food Senior Consultant - Head Office

LIDL; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain in Birmingham is looking for a Non-Food Senior Consultant to manage their Non-Food product portfolio. You'll need strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach to work with various stakeholders. The role offers a hybrid working model with perks like a pension scheme and 35 days holiday (pro rata). Experience in a Non-Food team is desired, and fluency in German is a plus.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Pension scheme

Enhanced family leave

Sabbatical

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a Non-Food Team or in a role adjacent to the Non-Food Team is highly desirable.
• Fluency in German is not essential but desirable.
• Good numerical skills and ability to analyze complex data.

Responsibilities

• Manage Non-Food yearly, monthly, and weekly KPI planning and reporting.
• Work with internal stakeholders to set tactics and goals.
• Collaborate with supply chain, logistics, and merchandising.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication

Numerical skills

Excel skills

Powerpoint skills

Independent drive

Job description

Summary£57,200

£79,200 per annum | 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 curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work. Just like you. Our GB Non-Food Department is now hiring a Non-Food Senior Consultant to join the Team. The infamous variety of the "Middle of Lidl" is one of the main reasons that our customers love to keep coming back week on week, and no week is ever the same! You will be responsible for the management of our Non-Food product portfolio, which has key strategic importance to the success of the Lidl GB business. You will need to have excellent analytical skills and a positive mindset in order to consistently achieve results within a fast-paced environment. You would need to promote a strong team culture and maintain a highly collaborative working style with stakeholders throughout the business.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you'll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

What You'll Do

• Non-Food yearly, monthly and weekly KPI planning, tracking, prognosing and reporting at Director and Board Director Levels
• Owning the KPIs and working with internal stakeholders to set tactics and goals in order to achieve them
• Key stakeholder in roll out of the Non-Food worlds Weekly sales analysis, review and presentation
• Ongoing collaboration with stakeholders including supply chain, logistics, merchandising and sales
• Collaboration with Controlling Business Partners to ensure integrity, oversight and accuracy of Non-Food commercial reports
• Working with international stakeholders, in English and German to ensure excellent cooperation and customer focussed mindset
• Management of stock holding including forecasting, planning, tracking and reporting
• Stock movement management working with NF warehouse, Supply Chain and INT Process review and improvements

What You'll Need

• Experience of working within a Non-Food Team (in GB or in another country), or in a role adjacent to the Non-Food Team is highly desirable
• Fluency in German is not essential but desirable
• Intermediate Excel and Powerpoint skills
• Initiative and independent drive to grow the non food category through commercial and strategic thinking
• The ability to make important decisions and cope with the pressure of demanding targets and tight deadlines
• A confident and resilient approach capable of working closely with the highest levels of the business
• Strong numerical skills and the ability to interpret and analyse complex data
• Adaptable in the face of ever-changing market conditions and expectations
• Strong and confident communicator
• Excellent people skills with a commitment to maintaining an established and positive team culture

What You'll Receive

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Sabbatical
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• More of the perks you deserve
• Includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting Allowance

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 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.