Warehouse Department Manager (Hiring Immediately)

LIDL; East Devon; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30–35 days holiday pro rata

10% in-store discount

Pension scheme

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

Lidl is seeking a Department Manager for our Distribution Centre in the United Kingdom. You will lead a team of Shift Leaders, coach and develop the group, and partner with other managers to keep operations efficient and on track.

You’ll drive productivity, manage shifts, and support compliance and projects from Head Office. We offer a competitive salary, 45-hour contract, and a benefits package including 30–35 days’ holiday pro rata, 10% in-store discount, a pension scheme, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ability to coach and develop Shift Leaders and teams.
• Strong eye for cost control and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for a department in the RDC and line-manage Shift Leaders.
• Collaborate with other Department Managers to ensure smooth operation.
• Boost productivity through warehouse process optimisation.
• Hands-on management of daily operational processes and shifts.
• Support Team Manager with operations, compliance and Head Office projects.
• Lead grievance and investigations as disciplinary manager.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Cost control

Communication

Multi-tasking

Shift management

Job description

• Be responsible for a department in the RDC. Line managing an amazing team of Shift Leaders, coaching, and training them and their teams to succeed
• Work closely with your team of Shift Leaders and other Department Managers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the operation
• Ambitiously boost productivity and through optimisation of warehouse process and performance to achieve quality results
• Take a hands-on approach to manage daily operational processes and shifts for your department
• Support your Team Manager with operations, compliance and Head Office projects
• Be responsible for grievance and investigation processes, acting as a disciplinary manager
• Motivate and support your team, learning from our Company Values
• Natural confidence and leadership qualities to get the best out of everyone you work with
• Experience leading your previous team(s) to success
• The ability to multi-task and prioritise conflicting deadlines under pressure
• A keen eye for detail to effectively control costs, rotas and transport plans
• An open communication style that lets you get your message across to anyone

£43,000 - £56,000 per annum | 45 hours contract | Flexibility across AM, PM and Night Shifts | Working any 5 days out of 7 | 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, responsible and ready to go far.

Just like you.

As a Department Manager at Lidl, you'll play a key role in our warehouse, motivating your team to make sure our products reach our stores without a hitch. From boosting productivity and ensuring deadlines are met to supporting your Team Manager with merchandising and managing inventory, you'll bring a proactive and creative approach to solving problems and keeping our warehouses running like clockwork. You'll also have the chance to prove your leadership skills by championing, delegating, motivating, and helping your team to realise their full potential.

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'll 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 receive

• 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Ongoing training
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced family leave

Plus, more of the perks you deserve

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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.

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.

Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.