Merchandising and Space Planning Associate Consultant

Summary

£41,800* – £50,600* 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 awhole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and passionate about what we do.
Just like you.
As an Associate Consultant within our Merchandising and Space Planning team, you will have the autonomy to actively work on projects and ideas of your own which improve processes, maximise returns and drive forward the business. From conducting regular range reviews with our Buying Team to presenting your merchandising plans to our Board of Directors, you’ll have a passion for producing store layouts and recognising areas for development for our 1000+ stores across the UK. You’ll enjoy an extremely fast-paced, innovative, and entrepreneurial role where you’ll see the impact of what you do every day, making a real, exciting difference and taking our stores to the next level.
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.
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, you’ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

What you'll do

• Develop and deliver merchandising plans across several sections, maximising sales and ensuring customer centricity.
• Work with a diverse range of teams and stakeholders to understand customer shopping data and trends, developing new, appropriate Merchandising concepts.
• Conduct regular range reviews with Buying and provide them with in depth space and range analysis to help them make ranging decisions.
• Conduct regular market analysis to identify category opportunities.
• Analyse data to optimise the macro store layout, ensuring optimal micro space utilisation and to monitor performance of new Merchandising strategies.
• Inspire store compliance and successful project rollout by providing accurate and timely communication across the business.
• Work on multiple projects, within and across departments, at any one time, from conception to completion, and present project proposals and outcomes to Senior Management.
• Scope for national and international travel.

What you'll need

• A passion for making an impact upon our business and our customers.
• A broad understanding and being commercially aware of the UK grocery market.
• Experience in collating and analysing large sets of data to identify areas of development and opportunities for improvement.
• End-to-end project management skills with a high level of organisational and time management, maintaining a high standard of work when working to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) with experience presenting to and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace.
• A relevant degree or equivalent work experience.
• A full clean driving licence is desirable.
• The ability to travel within the UK, as some overnight stays may be necessary.

What you'll receive

• 10% in-store discount
• 35 days' holiday pro rata
• Market-leading family leave
• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve.

*Includes an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance
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.
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.