Deputy Store Manager - Antrim

Lidl Northern Ireland Limited; Antrim; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain in Northern Ireland is looking for an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager and ensure the smooth operation of the store. Candidates should have at least 2 years of management experience, excellent communication skills, and a full driving license. The position offers a competitive salary starting at £29,000, rising to £38,000 after 3 years, along with a range of benefits including holidays, pension, and medical insurance. Flexible working hours are a must.

Benefits

Company pension

Private employee medical insurance

Generous discounts available

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Full driving license required.
• Flexibility to work varying shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Manage, motivate, and develop the store team.
• Ensure excellent customer service is consistently delivered.

Skills

Leadership

Target-driven approach

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

A Levels or equivalent

Job description

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.

Do you enjoy leading by example? This could be your next career move. Come and talk to us, to see what we’re all about.

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 you’ll do

• Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations of your store
• Target-driven approach to KPIs
• Manage, motivate, and develop the store team
• Maintain excellent shop floor presentation
• Ensure adequate stock levels are always maintained
• Consistently deliver excellent customer service

What you’ll need

• To have completed your A Levels or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years management experience in a fast-paced environment
• Full driving licence
• A passion for working in a fast-paced, varied environment, hitting targets and meeting deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The flexibility to work varying shift patterns
• Preferably, previous experience working as an Assistant Store Manager, but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude

What you’ll receive

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

• £29,000 rising to £38,000 after 3 years
• 29 days holidays per annum rising to 34 days after 2 years (pro rata, including Bank Holidays)
• Company pension
• Private employee medical insurance
• Brilliant opportunities to take on more responsibility and progression to Store Manager level (and beyond!)
• 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
• Generous discounts available; Circle K, Bike to Work scheme
• Maternity 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.