Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 23-month rotational programme to become a Retail Manager.
- Starting salary of £40,000 per annum.
- Gain experience in Stores, Warehouses, and Supply Chain.
- Requires a 2:2 Bachelor's Degree and a full UK driving licence.
- Assessment centre on 07/01/2027.
About the Role
This is a 23-month rotational programme designed to give you exposure to Lidl's core business areas and build your leadership skills. You will develop your knowledge to become a Retail Manager from the ground up.
What You'll Do
Year 1:
- Sales (store-based): Gain experience in key store roles, starting as a Customer Assistant and progressing to store management.
- Logistics (warehouse-based): Learn the fundamentals of logistics and warehousing, rotating through core warehouse areas before joining the warehouse management team.
- Supply Chain (regional office-based): Understand product ordering, quality and freshness management, and supplier relations.
Year 2:
- Choose a specialist route in Store, Warehouse, or Supply Chain Management.
- Hone your expertise and management experience to advance your early career.
What You'll Need
- Achieved a 2:2 or higher in a Bachelor's Degree.
- Eligible to work in the UK on a full-time basis.
- Willingness to travel regularly to stores and live within a commutable distance from your chosen Regional Distribution Centre.
- A full UK driving licence by 1st February 2027.
- Assertiveness and confidence in communication to build strong relationships.
- A proactive, hands-on mindset with a desire to understand core operational processes.
- Enthusiasm to learn, develop, and succeed in a fast-moving, challenging environment.
- Resilience and determination.
- Able to attend the assessment day on 07/01/2027.
What You'll Receive
- £40,000 per annum salary.
- 10% in-store discount.
- Pro-rata holiday allowance.
- Company car.
- Pension scheme.
- Enhanced professional development and mentoring.
- Other benefits and perks.