Store Manager
About this role
Store Manager – Solihull
Reference Number: 740437
Location: Sears Retail Park, B90 4QY, Solihull
Employment Type: Full-Time | Experienced (Management Experience)
Salary: £46,000 - £66,000 per annum
About Us
At Bridge Staffing Agency, we believe that taking the next major step in your retail leadership career should be an empowering and collaborative journey. We act as your dedicated personal partner, bridging exceptional retail management talent with premier employment opportunities at industry leaders like Lidl GB. Known globally for its high-energy environment, hands-on culture, and commitment to individual growth, Lidl provides an incredible platform for confident, inspiring leaders to shine. If you are ready to lead from the front, take full ownership of a store, and make a real impact in Solihull, we are here to support, guide, and champion your application every single step of the way.
Role Overview
As a Store Manager, you will embrace Lidl’s unique culture and play a pivotal role in driving the success of a global business. You will lead from the front—taking complete ownership of your store, keeping customers happy, and developing an inspiring team. From hitting targets and solving complex problems to ensuring your store runs like absolute clockwork, you will experience the thrill of seeing your hard work pay off daily.
Core Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Values: Motivate and support your team while living out Lidl’s core Company Values on the shop floor.
Inclusive Culture: Confidently create an environment where every single colleague can achieve their best work.
Operational & KPI Excellence: Take full responsibility for managing and improving day-to-day store operations and performance metrics.
Process Optimization: Solve problems swiftly and optimize workflows to keep the store running seamlessly and your team focused.
Customer Commitment: Ensure that unmatched, top-tier customer service is delivered to every single shopper who walks through the doors.
What We Are Looking For
To thrive in this senior management role, you should bring a strong blend of operational expertise, leadership resilience, and interpersonal warmth:
Management Experience: Proven background successfully leading, developing, and inspiring teams within an exciting, fast-paced retail environment.
Core Competencies: Exceptional time-management, task delegation, and problem-solving skills.
Supportive Approach: A genuine pride in offering unwavering support to both your customers and your store team through every single shift.
Communication Skills: Strong communication abilities required to navigate and tackle even the trickiest conversations with confidence.
Performance Focus: The confidence to monitor, manage, and continuously improve your store’s key performance indicators (KPIs).
What You Will Receive
Lidl GB rewards your leadership dedication with an exceptional benefits package designed to support your lifestyle, well-being, and long-term future:
Competitive Salary: An annual salary bracket of £46,000 to £66,000 per annum structured on transparent equal opportunity frameworks.
Vehicle Provision: A fully expensed company car or car allowance.
Generous Leave: 30 to 35 days of annual holiday allowance (pro rata).
Exclusive Discounts: A 10% in-store discount across groceries and goods.
Financial Security: A reliable contributory pension scheme to safeguard your long-term future.
Family Support: Enhanced family leave options to assist you through key personal milestones.
Professional Growth: Ongoing, structured training programs and clear avenues for long-term career progression within the business.