Promotions Lifecycle Consultant

Summary

£49,500* - £66,000* per annum | 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. Were curious, collaborative and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

 

Just like you.

 

The Promotions Lifecycle team manages all aspects of promotional stock (Middle of Lidl, Food Themes, Seasonal and Lidl Plus) from the point of on-sale through until end of life of the lines. With over 400 new lines launching each week across the promotional category, a core focus of the department is to effectively manage store space by monitoring performance of the lines and using available levers to support sell through (price reductions, returns, marketing support, Lidl Plus activity, store compliance).

As a Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the lifecycle management of all promotional areas, acting as the key link between the sub categories to ensure use of promotional space in store is optimised. The role will require a solid understanding of our store portfolio, solid knowledge of a large range of products and effective stakeholder management across various teams including Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales, Marketing and 14 Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs).

You will be expected to continuously identify opportunities to optimise and improve the tools available to support in order to drive operational excellence, working closely with the projects team and other stakeholders. You will also be the system expert for WFM, building strong relationships with International counterparts and ensuring effective rollouts of updates to relevant colleagues including senior leaders and all RDCs.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, youll find the work/life balance you need to thrive

What you'll do Oversee management of the lifecycle for the promotional categoryWork closely with various stakeholders to maximise sell through potential of lines using all relevant levers availableOversee and effectively manage store space throughout the year accounting for seasonal impacts on spacePresent WFM updates to senior management and be the main point of contact for training for 14 RDCsManage high level projects liaising closely with stakeholders from across the businessTroubleshoot and optimise WFM system performance in collaboration with operational teams, identifying issues proactively and implementing improvements to optimise system performance and accuracyProvide strategic insights by analysing data and feeding back to relevant departments to further influence the success of future promotional activityWhat you'll need Strong project management and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead initiatives and coordinate multiple stakeholders needs.Experience in supply chain, logistics, or operational systems management is desirableHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) – this is essential for data analysis, reporting, and presenting training materials.Excellent communication and presentation skills – an ability to convey complex system information clearly to both technical teams and senior leadership is essential.Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and metrics, using insights to drive system improvements and inform decision making.Strong organisational and problem solving skills, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining a proactive, solutions-focused approach.Ability to travel to RDCs and stores as required (a valid drivers license and flexibility to travel are important).What you'll receive 35 days holiday (pro rata)10% in-store discountSabbaticalEnhanced family leavePension schemePlus, more of the perks you deserve

 

*includes an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

 

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Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.