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Warehouse Assistant Team Manager Operations

Lidl

About Lidl

Lidl is a supermarket chain. They have stores in the UK, USA and Europe.

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Job description from Lidl

Summary £36,000 up to £49,500 per annum (pro rata) - 47.5 hour and a 40 hour contracts available. This isn’t heavy lifting. This is bringing together many hands to make light work. Our Warehouse Assistant Team Managers play a key role in our 14 warehouses, supporting our Team Managers to ensure our products reach our stores without a hitch. They bring the best out of the team, delegating effectively, motivating them, and getting stuck

in, ensuring deadlines are met. They bring proactive and creative approach to solving problems. As a Warehouse Assistant Team Manager at Lidl, you’ll often be working a range of shifts, motivating a large team of Warehouse Operatives to check, pick, pack and ship products to our stores. If you’re a talented people-person, with great mental capacity

for problem solving in a fast-paced environment, join us. You’ll have the chance to demonstrate your leadership skills, help your team reach their potential and build your career in a company that’s growing year after year. Find out more below and apply for

a career that’s a Lidl less ordinary. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Responsibility for running a shift Line managing a large team of people Support our team of pickers by making sure every product goes exactly where it should Assist the Team Manager with merchandising and managing the warehouse inventory Help to recruit, train and develop your team, planning rotas to make best use of shifts Improve ways of working to boost productivity and focus on achieving quality results Champion Health & Safety, making sure everything stays clean and tidy Keeping costs down and a cost awareness mentality What you'll need Experience of leading a team and a results-driven work record Outstanding organisation and multi-tasking skills to prioritise conflicting deadlines Natural leadership and get the best out of everyone An eye for detail, great at controlling costs, rotas and transport plans An adaptable communication style to get your message across to anyone Heaps of ambition and a desire to succeed What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We’re proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days’ holiday per year (pro rata).

Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. 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.

Job insights from Breakroom

Warehouse operative

Warehouse operatives take delivery of goods, and pick, pack and dispatch products

What you’ll do as a warehouse operative:

  • Take delivery of goods and raw materials
  • Pack and wrap goods
  • Check for damaged or missing items
  • Make sure stock is stored correctly and safely
  • Load goods ready for dispatch

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Standing
  • Heavy lifting
  • Night work
  • Cleaning
  • Physical activities

What employees say

Pay

    Good
  • Most people are paid a living wage

    Do Lidl pay warehouse operatives enough to live on?

    Most people are paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    100% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Good
  • Most people are paid market rates

    Do Lidl pay warehouse operatives market rates?

    Most people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    95% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Good
  • Everyone is paid the same, whatever their age

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl get paid the same regardless of age?

    Yes, people under the age of 23 get paid the same as those above 23.

    See what Lidl pays different age groups

    How we know this

    The average pay of under 23s is the same as those above 23.

    Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get paid breaks

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl get paid breaks?

    No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    100% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get sick pay

    Do Lidl pay warehouse operatives sick pay?

    No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.

    How we know this

    92% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.

    At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.

    This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t do unpaid extra work

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    73% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.

    Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.

Hours and flexibility

    Needs improving
  • Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts

    How much notice do warehouse operatives get of their shift pattern at Lidl?

    Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.

    How we know this

    • 3% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
    • 15% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
    • 65% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
    • 18% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.

    Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.

    This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t worry about their hours

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl worry about hours?

    Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    How we know this

    76% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.

    A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.

    This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get a choice of shifts

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl get to choose the shifts they work?

    Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.

    How we know this

    46% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to change shifts

    How easy is it for warehouse operatives at Lidl to change shifts?

    Some people find it hard to change shifts.

    How we know this

    39% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.

    Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.

  • Good
  • Easy to book holiday

    How easy is it for warehouse operatives to book a holiday at Lidl?

    Most people find it easy to book holiday.

    How we know this

    83% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.

    Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

  • Good
  • Shifts don’t get changed at short notice

    Do Lidl managers change warehouse operatives shifts at short notice?

    Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.

    How we know this

    82% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.

  • Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick leave

    How easy is it for warehouse operatives to take sick leave at Lidl?

    Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

  • Good
  • Most students say it’s good

    Is warehouse operatives at Lidl job good for students?

    Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    How we know this

    77% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.

    Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.

  • Okay
  • Only some parents say it’s good

    Is working as warehouse operatives at Lidl good if you have caring responsibilities?

    Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.

    How we know this

    40% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.

    Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.

Workplace

    Okay
  • Only some people feel treated with respect

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    40% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.

  • Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    77% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed

    Is it stressful for warehouse operatives to work at Lidl?

    Some people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    54% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Okay
  • Only some people enjoy their job

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl enjoy their jobs?

    Only some people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    52% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t recommend their team

    Do warehouse operatives at Lidl recommend working with their team?

    Not many people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    69% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get enough training

    Do warehouse operatives get enough training when they start at Lidl?

    Some people did’t get enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    43% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get support to progress

    Are warehouse operatives given support to progress at Lidl?

    Most people aren’t given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 81% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.

    Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.

    This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening

    Do warehouse operatives think Lidl head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    92% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Okay
  • Only some people feel well informed by head office

    Do warehouse operatives feel well informed about how Lidl is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    58% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

Find out more about working at Lidl

What Lidl employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    The people I work with are amazing, the job is rewarding, the money is great & the work can be enjoyable.

    Worst thing

    Very busy, can be under a lot of stress, customers can be quite rude & the work is tiring

    7.1

    Lidl Customer assistant, December 2023

  • Best thing

    The people I’ve met whilst working and the pay isn’t bad.

    Worst thing

    Being under pressure the entire shift, with little time to breathe. Lack of care or understanding from the management team. Even when it feels like you’re moving at 50mph and doing a good job, you get criticised.

    4.6

    Lidl Customer assistant, December 2023

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    Hours

    Worst thing

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    4.6

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    Easy shift

    Worst thing

    Gets me to do all the hard stuff

    6.9

    Lidl Customer assistant, November 2023

  • Best thing

    Easy to get extra shifts

    Worst thing

    Management sometimes and stupid rota’s

    6.4

    Lidl Customer assistant, November 2023

  • Best thing

    Staff is very nice and most people get along.

    Worst thing

    Work load and exceptions from higher up.

    4.2

    Lidl Shift manager, August 2023

  • Best thing

    It’s the same tasks but everyday is different

    Worst thing

    Long shifts with short breaks

    7.0

    Lidl Customer assistant, August 2023

  • Best thing

    Dealing with lovely customers.

    Worst thing

    Dealing with incompetent management and rude customers. Plus the shoplifters.

    5.0

    Lidl Customer assistant, July 2023

  • Best thing

    The discount card

    Worst thing

    The shifts are too early in the morning and sometimes you work overtime with no notice.

    7.0

    Lidl Sales assistant, July 2023

  • Best thing

    Pay me benefits
    Career progression
    No day is the same

    Worst thing

    Runs on minimal hours and staff members
    Not enough time to do what you need to
    Stressful
    Upper management just come and rip the stores apart
    Everything is negative

    7.0

    Lidl Deputy store manager, July 2023

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