Warehouse Department Manager (12 Month Temporary Assignment)

Summary £43,000 - £56,000 per annum | 45 hours contract | Fresh departments, temp control areas | Shift times: 10:00-18:30 / 13:00-21:30 | 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 do 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 What you'll need 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 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 Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GPT, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. 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 and apply now. 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

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