Packaging Design Process Manager

at  Lidl

Summary
£49,500 up to £66,000 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.
Our Branding & Packaging Department buzzes with activity all day long as one of our biggest and fastest-growing teams. You’ll join an atmosphere where people thrive on the fast pace of the retail sector. You will be responsible for the strategic development of the brands portfolio and to derive packaging designs while you collaborate closely with suppliers, the packaging management team, buyers and external agencies. With your high standards, exceptional organisational skills, and impeccable attention to detail you will play a key role in supporting the performance of your department. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, creative flair, and excellent multi-tasking & administration skills!
In return, we’ll give 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 training and real opportunities to build your career as well.
Please note as per Lidl internal structures your job title will be Consultant

What you’ll do

• Co-ordinate and support the management of packaging design projects for all FMCG categories
• Prepare and deliver strategic and creative briefs for national and international packaging design projects
• Evaluate and present creative and supporting data to stakeholders
• Act as a brand guardian, instigate and maintain brand design guidelines
• Instigate the creation and maintenance of internal guidelines (e.g. process guidelines, CSR topics, etc.)
• Build relationships with key stakeholders throughout the business

What you’ll need

• Proven design management experience preferably in the FMCG sector
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self- motivated, but team orientated
• Highly organised and skilled at managing their own time and workload
• Able to work to tight deadlines and prioritise tasks
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive
• Confident with a firm yet professional manner
• Solutions driven
• PC literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite advantageous, but not essential
• German language would be advantageous but not essential.

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

You’re Lidl like us. 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

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.

• Includes an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting

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 now

• Co-ordinate and support the management of packaging design projects for all FMCG categories
• Prepare and deliver strategic and creative briefs for national and international packaging design projects
• Evaluate and present creative and supporting data to stakeholders
• Act as a brand guardian, instigate and maintain brand design guidelines
• Instigate the creation and maintenance of internal guidelines (e.g. process guidelines, CSR topics, etc.)
• Build relationships with key stakeholders throughout the busines