SummaryFrom 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.If you have great leadership skills and you are determined to achieve results, then this is the opportunity for you. Come and talk to us, to see what we're all about.What you'll doManage the performance of all departmental employees through training, mentoring, guiding and regular appraisalsLead a team of Store Fresh Availability Controllers to strategically optimise all fresh product lines across the store network. Focus on achieving key performance indicators, including turnover growth and effective write-off controlOptimise turnover and minimise write-offs by analysing daily store orders across all WFM order groupsDetailed forecasting for seasonality and promotional cycles utilising historical data and detailed analysis to ensure optimal stock distribution to the store networkMaintenance of the 'Automatic Stock Replenishment (ASR) systemProduct group turnover and write off analysis across the store network to identify growth opportunitiesCompile weekly & monthly analysis and reports, including related key store figures and make appropriate recommendations to Regional Supply Chain DirectorWhat you'll needYou have or expect to attain a minimum of a 2.1 degree in any discipline or have a minimum of three years' management experienceExcellent analytical skillsDemonstrated ability to lead people and obtain results through teamworkDisciplined approach to organisation, administration and project management with the ability to work to strict deadlines and adapt quickly to new situationsWell-developed interpersonal, communication and presentation skillsDemonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new situationsPC and Google Workspace proficiency (Google Sheets skills required)Full driving licensePrevious supply chain or data analysis experience is beneficialWhat you'll receiveWe offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl€64,500 rising to €84,500 after 3 years20 days holiday per annum rising to 25 days after 2 yearsCompany pensionPrivate employee medical insuranceFlexible start and finish timesIndividuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going developmentInitial training and ongoing development from an experienced team memberExcellent opportunities for career progressionDynamic work environmentNew office facility with free parkingUp to 2 days remote working per weekGenerous discounts available; Circle K, Private Health Insurance, Bike to Work SchemeMaternity & Paternity Leave top up, Marriage leave, Employee Assistance ProgrammeOnsite canteen with complimentary tea and coffeeMobile and broadband discounts with Three networkLidl 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.