Assistant Store Manager: Lead a High-Performing Team

Lidl Atlanta; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $30.50/hr

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid Holiday & PTO

401k Plan with 5% match

Life & AD&D Insurance

Total Well-Being Program

Employee Referral bonuses

Parental Leave & extra PTO

Job summary

Lidl is hiring an Assistant Store Manager in New York to support the Store Manager in coaching the store team and delivering the Lidl shopping experience customers expect. The role emphasizes leadership, KPI improvement, and hands-on store operations.

You will lead a team, ensure excellent customer service, and manage daily tasks from merchandising to cash handling, while maintaining safety and compliance. A strong applicant combines people skills with stamina and a willingness to pitch in

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 1-2 years of management experience OR a bachelor’s degree.
• Determination to complete every to-do list on time, hit store targets, and maximize productivity.
• Experience in leading and developing a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service skills, including the patience and ability to de-escalate tense situations.
• Readiness to participate in the physical operations of the store, including stocking, cleaning, and ringing, daily.
• Ability to lift, move, carry, or slide product over 50 pounds.
• Ability to reach above head to heights greater than 10 inches.
• The ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the Store Manager to lead and motivate the team to reach full potential daily.
• Provide excellent customer service and be the lead point of contact for customer needs.
• Monitor and drive continuous improvement of store KPIs.
• Lead essential team projects, such as weekly promotional store sets and routine re-merchandising.
• Provide hands-on support for operational tasks including cash management, stock, cleaning, and other store functions.
• Ensure a safe, positive, and productive working environment compliant with policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

De-escalation

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Lidl is hiring an Assistant Store Manager in New York to support the Store Manager in coaching the store team and delivering the Lidl shopping experience customers expect. The role emphasizes leadership, KPI improvement, and hands-on store operations.

You will lead a team, ensure excellent customer service, and manage daily tasks from merchandising to cash handling, while maintaining safety and compliance. A strong applicant combines people skills with stamina and a willingness to pitch in