Graduate Development Programme - Sales Operations

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Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team. Training and Development At Lidl, your career isn’t just a job - it’s an investment. We’re big on growth, and we give you all the support, structure, and hands-on experience you need to level up both personally and professionally. As the only City & Guilds/ILM Accredited Graduate Programme in Ireland , our 18-month Graduate Management Development Programme is built entirely around you . What makes it different? Tailored To You: Enjoy a bespoke training plan mapped to your unique skills and long-term career goals. Real-World Experience: Get stuck into our stores and distribution centers to learn the heart of our business from the ground up. Blended Learning: Experience dynamic, structured on-the-job training combined with industry-leading modules. We don't just hire graduates—we build future leaders. Ready to launch yours? Sales Operations Sales Operations graduates will gain comprehensive experience working across our stores and our Head Office operations. You will spend time directly in our stores learning all the key retail processes and driving turnover growth through exceptional customer service and standards. In Head Office, the Sales Operations department supports our store teams to achieve their KPIs, driving operational efficiency and delivering high-impact initiatives across all shop floors nationwide. During your rotation in Sales Operations, you will drive business success through four cour focus areas: Gatekeeper Role: Ensure high-quality Sales Operations standards and adherence to the most efficient procedures across all stores. Project Collaboration: Actively participate in Sales Operations projects to drive continuous improvement in store operations and overall performance. KPI and Motion Studies: Measure KPI performance and support with Time in Motion studies for precise data analysis. International Trials: Support with international trials to evaluate and roll out best practices across our store network. Covering both areas of retail operations will ensure a bigger picture view of our business and ultimately improve your chances of success. What you'll need An expected or attained 2.1 Honours Level 8 degree Full driver’s license is required Creative and innovative approach to problem solving and process improvement Flexibility to travel or relocate within Ireland is required. Once your store training is complete, you will be based in our head office and must be able to commute to Dublin Motivation and drive Strong personal, communication and presentation Skills Work experience or experience abroad German is an advantage but not a necessity What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl €45,500 per annum pro rata 20 days holidays per annum pro rata Private employee medical insurance Flexible start and finish times City & Guilds/ILM assured programme Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member Responsibility for and involvement in projects with real business impact Excellent opportunities for career progression Bespoke training plan depending on current skills and career path One-to-one coaching available from a qualified coach in the business A vast array of training and development opportunities from our in-house training catalogue including Leadership Development Programmes Masterclasses with renowned business experts Director and graduate mentorship programme Modern office facility with free parking On-site gym and canteen Up to 2 days remote working per week Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network Unlock a flex pot allowance to spend on a selection of benefits after 6 months of service Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.