Fresh Produce Supply Chain and Ordering Team Manager Summary£68,200* - £99,000* 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 ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.Just like you. Fresh Produce is an exciting department where there is always lots to learn and get involved in! You will actively contribute to a successful and rapidly growing area from day one and there is plenty of scope to develop. All the work done within the team has a tangible effect - we work closely with the buyers to ensure stock is consistently on the shelves in our stores ready for our customers and in the freshest condition! This means there is pressure at times, but also means that the work that we do makes a real impact upon the success of our business. In return, we'llgive 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 fast-growing business, so we'll make sure you have access to the right trainingand real opportunities to build your career as well. What you'll do Lead a Team of Supply Chain Officers and Consultants Overseeing the Ordering and Demand Planning for F&V Live and Breathe Supply Chain KPIs Contribute to F&V Supply Chain Strategy Presenting internally to senior stakeholders Liaising with Suppliers and Buying Team to ensure smooth stock management of relevant categories Overseeing the handling of day-to-day functioning of fruit and veg orders Running daily and weekly reports and being responsible for data management Analysing data and using this to forecast fruit and veg volumes Overseeing planning and implementing F&V promotions within commercial KPIs Regular reporting of Promotions and Availability KPIs Liaising with RDCs on all aspects of F&V Availability Continual development of departmental What you'll need Line Management and Supply Chain experience Confident with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal, both with internal and external contacts) Strategic Thinking Natural Leadership and a talent for multi-tasking Solution Focussed Strong numerical skills, comfortable working with numbers on a daily basis Ability to analyse data, spot trends and run reports Driven and motivated with a positive outlook Highly organised and able to work to tight deadlines Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel An interest in the retail industry and ideally within fresh produce in particular German language skills are highly desirable 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 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