Logistics Project Manager

Lidl Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European retailer is looking for a Logistics Project Manager in Dublin to oversee logistics projects and enhance processes across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and analytical skills, with a third-level degree preferred. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from €51,000 to €65,000, with opportunities for career progression and a hybrid working model. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer journeys.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20-25 days holidays

Private employee medical insurance

Company pension

Hybrid work model

On‑site gym and canteen

Qualifications

• Highly organized with the ability to manage workload and conflicting deadlines.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with attention to detail.
• Existing knowledge and experience in logistics and warehousing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support senior project manager in systems and processes.
• Coordinate cross‑functional technical projects to enhance scalability.
• Continuously analyze and optimize logistics procedures and systems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Team cooperation

Education

Third-level degree

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. With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team. Join us in making a difference and being part of a team that values every contribution! Our Head Office Logistics Department is seeking a confident, driven, and analytical individual to join our growing team. As a Logistics Project Manager, you will play a key role in providing project management, logistics consultancy, and strategic direction to the business. The Logistics Project Manager drives the evolution of the Lidl IE/NI logistics function, focusing on scalable infrastructure and long‑term operational success. We are seeking a numerically strong, technically minded individual who thrives in dynamic, multi‑tasking environments. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the rollout of national and international projects and serve as a fundamental driver of our future business needs.

What You’ll Do

• Support the senior project manager in systems and processes.
• Coordinate cross‑functional technical projects to integrate automation and enhance scalability, acting as the point of contact for proposals and improvements from RDCs, national departments, and Lidl Head Office.
• Ensure proactive cross‑departmental information flow and knowledge exchange.
• Provide aftercare, support, and follow‑up for new projects, optimising processes and conducting cost‑benefit analysis.
• Produce KPI assessments, project documents, and support tools for logistics cost management and presentations.
• Continuously analyse, assure quality, and optimise logistics procedures, processes, concepts, and systems.
• Develop practical solutions for standardising, simplifying, and digitalising current processes.
• Plan, control, and monitor department‑specific logistics projects, regularly reviewing their efficiency.
• Adapt international specifications to country‑specific circumstances.
• Monitor the International Logistics communication platform and ensure compliance with ARIS processes, audits, and H&S initiatives.
• Promote full buy‑in and engagement from regional end users, fostering a culture of continuous knowledge sharing.

What You’ll Need

• Highly organised with the ability to manage your workload and prioritise conflicting deadlines.
• Continuously scouts emerging logistics technologies to drive process automation and system scalability.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive and creative approach to logistics, considering the bigger picture and challenging processes.
• Driven attitude to achieve results and project goals, quickly learning new ideas and concepts.
• Confident in working with numbers and large data sets to conduct analysis and present findings.
• Ability to project manage, take ownership of tasks, and support colleagues through change.
• Great team spirit and cooperation with stakeholders nationally and internationally.
• Existing knowledge and experience in logistics and warehousing preferred.
• Third‑level degree desirable.
• Full driving license essential.

What You’ll Receive

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

• €51,000 rising to €65,000 after 3 years
• 20 days holidays per annum rising to 25 days after two years
• Private employee medical insurance
• Company pension
• Flexible start and finish times
• Initial training and on‑going development from an experienced team member
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on‑going development
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On‑site gym and canteen
• Hybrid working model - up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
• 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.