Logistics Strategy Consultant
Summary
*£49,500 up to £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. We're curious, collaborative, and passionate about what we do.
Just like you.
Our Head Office Logistics Strategy Department is looking for a confident, ambitious, and analytical individual to join their growing team. You will be a fundamental part of the team providing project management and logistics consultancy to support the future growth of the Lidl GB logistics network. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive and driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do
• Project manage RDC installations and automation projects across the Lidl RDC network
• Planning and optimisation of our Logistics Network Strategy
• Drive innovation across HO depts to upgrade our Logistics infrastructure
• Plan and manage budgets for your respective project areas
• Support with the design, construction and operational set up of new Regional Distribution Centres. Provide reports, project updates and business support to international Logistics teams
• Engage, advise, and support stakeholders during the implementation of projects
• Provide knowledge to colleagues and stakeholders within the business who are in a specific field interfacing with their own area of responsibility (e.g., Warehouse Operational Logistics, Transport, IT System Support, Maintenance, HR, Procurement, Trading Compliance etc.)
• Execute projects in collaboration with the relevant international departments and stakeholders, ascertaining potential risks in projects, introducing preventative measures, and ensuring follow up
What you'll need
Confidence to take active ownership of tasks and projects
Highly numerate with an analytical mindset
Organised with an ability to manage own workload and prioritise conflicting deadlines
Strong communication skills and keen eye to detail
Comfortable challenging the status quo
Proactive and creative approach to business with an ability to consider the bigger picture
A driven attitude to achieve high quality results
Quick to learn new ideas and concepts
Strong understanding and confident using Excel and PowerPoint
Existing knowledge of logistics is essential
What you'll receive
35 days holiday (pro rata)
10% in-store discount
Sabbatical
Enhanced family leave
Pension scheme
Plus, more of the perks you deserve
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
*Includes an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting
If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career