Area Manager - Stoke on Trent
About this role
Area Manager – Newcastle Under Lyme (Stoke on Trent)
Reference Number: 676655
Location: Lower Street, ST5 2RS, Newcastle Under Lyme
Employment Type: Full-Time | Experienced (Management Experience)
Salary: £66,000 - £94,000 per annum
About Us
At Bridge Staffing Agency, we believe that stepping up to multi-site leadership should be an empowering, collaborative, and rewarding journey. We act as your dedicated personal partner, bridging exceptional management talent with premier career opportunities at industry leaders like Lidl GB. Known globally for its massive growth and resilient, ambitious culture, Lidl offers an incredible environment for future leaders to thrive. If you are a confident, challenge-ready professional ready to coordinate multiple stores and shape business success around Lower Street in Newcastle Under Lyme, we are here to support, guide, and champion your application every single step of the way.
Role Overview
As an Area Manager, you will step in as a future leader helping Lidl move into its next stage of growth. You will begin your journey by learning the business from the inside out—starting from the ground up as a Customer Assistant and leading from the shop floor as a Store Manager to become fully immersed in all things Lidl. Once established, you will coordinate multiple stores, mentor Store Managers, support team development, and drive operational excellence.
Core Responsibilities:
Store Visits & Compliance: Regularly visit your stores to ensure operations run like clockwork, focusing on efficiency, productivity, and compliance.
Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor and support Store Managers in recruiting, training, and developing their teams while boosting store performance.
KPI & Standard Management: Empower teams to achieve their KPIs and uphold Lidl's exceptionally high standards.
Culture & Values: Confidently foster an environment where teams can perform at their best, guided by Lidl's Leadership & Company Values.
What We Are Looking For
To thrive in this multi-site leadership role, you should bring a strong mix of strategic insight, communication skills, and operational drive:
Multi-Site Experience: Proven background motivating and leading teams across multiple locations to achieve outstanding results.
Analytical Skills: The ability to understand complex reports, implement actionable next steps, and oversee new initiatives.
Drive & Adaptability: A genuine passion for continuous learning and keeping up-to-date with a fast-evolving business landscape.
Communication: Effective communication skills to support teams through new launches, concepts, and processes.
Requirements: A full UK Driving Licence.
What You Will Receive
Lidl GB rewards your leadership excellence with a market-leading compensation package and premium perks:
Competitive Salary: £66,000 to £94,000 per annum structured on equal opportunity pay frameworks.
Generous Leave: 35 days of annual holiday allowance (pro rata).
Vehicle Provision: A fully expensed company car.
Exclusive Discounts: A 10% in-store discount across groceries and goods.
Financial Security: A strong contributory pension scheme.
Family Support & Training: Enhanced family leave options, ongoing training, and long-term career development support.