Overview
Based in our state‑of‑the‑art head office in Tolworth, the IT Business Consulting department is looking for a highly motivated Associate Consultant to support the Supply Chain Department and drive technological improvements across Lidl GB. The role will involve consulting on existing solutions, managing the lifecycle of local and international supply chain solutions, and collaborating with business teams to ensure smooth operation. The position offers a hybrid working model, a large team, and opportunities for career growth in a fast‑paced, international environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide support and prioritise incidents with strong incident management for applicable solutions.
- Manage and lead testing with business teams for both local and international solutions to reduce friction at Go‑Live.
- Manage local and international Supply Chain solutions throughout their lifecycle from conception through to retirement.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the business to ensure the success and smooth operation of solutions.
- Maintain an excellent relationship with key stakeholders to ensure the delivery of consistent service and awareness of the department’s strategic direction.
- Collaborate with and support business consultants on potential new solutions and improvements to existing solutions.
- Evaluate and provide solutions to the business in a cost‑efficient way whilst maintaining security, functionality and time‑to‑market.
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the technical infrastructure as well as components / platforms in use.
- Participate in and lead projects at both national and international level.
Qualifications
- Working knowledge of operations and purchase solutions essential.
- Knowledge of supply chain processes essential.
- An understanding of application security and governance practices is highly beneficial.
- Experience of project and stakeholder management essential.
- The ability to liaise and communicate at both a technical and non‑technical level.
- A strong team mentality and good collaboration ethos.
- Comfortable multitasking a diverse portfolio of projects and tasks.
- A technical and inquisitive mindset.
- SQL, AppScript or knowledge of Python preferable.
- Strong understanding of Google Workspace and the Google application landscape.
- Strong ownership of tasks and a keen eye for detail.
- Good understanding of release and test management.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Occasional travel to European countries required.
Benefits
- 35 days’ holiday (pro rata)
- 10% in‑store discount
- Sabbatical
- Enhanced family leave
- Pension scheme
- Plus, more of the perks you deserve
- Including 10% non‑contractual London Weighting allowance
EEO Statement
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
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