Retail Leadership Trainee — 23-Month Rotational Programme

Lidl GB Ltd; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount (in-store) 10%

Pro-rata holiday

Company car

Pension scheme

Mentoring and professional development

Job summary

Lidl GB Ltd invites high-potential graduates to join a 23-month rotational programme spanning Store, Warehouse and Regional Office functions. You will rotate across Sales, Logistics, and Supply Chain, developing leadership skills and business acumen within one of the UK’s largest retailers.

Within this demanding programme, you will undergo an assessment day and receive mentoring and professional development to prepare for future retail leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (2:2 or higher) required.
• Eligible to work in the UK on a full-time basis.
• Full UK driving licence by 1 February 2027.
• Strong communication, assertiveness and confidence.
• Willingness to travel regularly to stores.
• Proactive, hands-on mindset with a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 23-month rotational programme across Sales, Logistics and Supply Chain.
• Gain exposure to core business areas and build leadership experience.
• Attend assessment centre and development activities as part of progression.

Skills

Communication skills

Assertiveness

Proactive mindset

Resilience

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree (2:2 or higher)

Tools

UK driving licence

Job description

Lidl GB Ltd invites high-potential graduates to join a 23-month rotational programme spanning Store, Warehouse and Regional Office functions. You will rotate across Sales, Logistics, and Supply Chain, developing leadership skills and business acumen within one of the UK’s largest retailers.

Within this demanding programme, you will undergo an assessment day and receive mentoring and professional development to prepare for future retail leadership roles.