Sales Operations Manager Northern Ireland (North West)

Lidl; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Derry/Londonderry is seeking a dedicated District Manager to oversee store operations and staff performance. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in management and a passion for retail. This role offers a competitive salary starting at £50,000, with opportunities for growth and benefits including a company car and pension. Join us to foster exciting retail strategies and inspire a team to achieve success.

Benefits

Company car

Company pension

34 days holiday

Private employee medical insurance

Generous discounts

Leadership Academy access

Mobile and broadband discounts

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Proven ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interest in developing a career in retail.

Responsibilities

• Management of a district with line manager responsibility for all Store Managers.
• Ensuring a positive and motivated work environment.
• Analysing and optimising stock movements.
• Preparing for and participating in Area Manager meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Leadership qualities

Flexibility

Motivation

Retail management

Education

Minimum 2.1 degree in any discipline

Minimum three years management experience

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.

Making sure a group of Lidl stores operates efficiently and generates maximum turnover is a big big responsibility so we make no apology for being highly selective in choosing the right person.

We are looking for up‑for‑it ahead‑of‑the‑game do‑it‑better retail professionals who have gained proven experience in a similar role. Experience though doesnt mean youve seen it all before and that you can do the job standing on your head. It means youve learned the value of fresh ideas and have developed a passion for people management. Its about strategic‑thinking bar‑raising problem‑solving managers who can inspire everyone to be high achievers. If youve got it youll get loads back fast‑tracked with a great package and every opportunity to develop your management abilities in a visible role with a keep‑it‑simple fast‑growing retail‑changing business.

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 youll do

• Management of a district with line manager responsibility for all Store Managers within your district
• Ensuring a positive and motivated work environment and smooth effective and efficient collaboration
• Developing supporting and coaching of Store Managers within your district
• Analysing and optimising stock movements
• Completing district tours with the Sales Executive
• Completing regular cash management checks
• Supporting projects through analysis and provision of feedback
• Overseeing store refurbishments new openings and re‑openings
• Creating and implementing annual business plans for your district
• Planning KPIs and store staffing structure for your district
• Supporting the implementation of the company strategy in your district
• Preparing for and participating in Area Manager meetings

What youll need

• You have or expect to attain a minimum of a 2.1 degree in any discipline or a minimum of three years management experience
• Excellent communication planning organisation and analytical skills
• A full clean driving licence
• Organised flexible motivated and a hard‑working leader
• Previous experience in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven ability to motivate and lead a team
• Strong interest in developing a career in retail

What youll receive

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

• 50000 starting salary for a Trainee SOM
• 60250 rising to 81500 after 3 years
• Company car
• Company pension
• 34 days holiday per annum (pro‑rata including Bank Holidays) Company pension after 1 year
• Private employee medical insurance (Video Doctor App)
• Generous discounts available; Circle K Bike to Work Scheme
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on‑going development
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Vodafone
• Maternity & Paternity Leave top up Marriage leave Employee Assistance Programme

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender civil status family status sexual orientation age disability race religious belief political opinion or membership of the traveller community.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Business Development, Key Decision Makers, Customer Service, Revenue Growth, Regional Sales, Healthcare, Distributors, Account Management, CRM, Customer Relationships, New Customers, Territory, Product Line, Sales Goals, Sales Process

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1