Commercial Junior Consultant

Summary

£39,600 up to £46,200 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 proactive, dynamic, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work. 

Just like you. 

As a Lidl Commercial Junior Consultant, you will be supporting on the national cost management processes. From invoice creation to cost presentations, you’ll be leading cost controlling activities in collaboration with regions. You’ll also support in the creation of effective processes with your unwavering attention to details and project management skills.  

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 a diverse, secure and supportive team with big ambitions, so we’ll make sure we provide you with fantastic growth opportunities and the right training to succeed. 

What you'll do

• Day to day operational cost management for stores, RDCs & Head Office
• Analyse, process, and deliver the cost tracker commentary on a monthly basis
• ARIS key user and main contact for the department and INT
• Systems key user (Audimex, VVZ)
• Invoice validation process and expected to find and generate cost savings in R&M account as a focus area, monitor the regional performance on invoice check/approval
• Assist the cost consultant to the annual budget planning process and responsibility over planning set number of cost categories independently
• Ensure cost booking accuracy
• Constant regional support on all topics around commercial processes
• Support the FM team with process improvement in the wider department
• Oversight of commercial working methods in the FM department and identifying opportunities for improvement

What you'll need

• A genuine interest in Facilities Management
• An enthusiastic self-starter with passion for retail
• Cost management experience is desirable
• Project management experience is beneficial 
• An excellent communicator with proactive attitude and confident presenter 
• Detail orientated and able to manage conflicting deadlines
• Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines
• Good working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint 
• German language, desirable but not essential 
• Use insight to innovate and drive cost savings
• Ability to plan and control budgets
• Strong knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

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

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.

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.