Lidl GB’s Post

✨ GET HIRED 💫 Super excited for next week's Merchandising webinar with Birmingham City University! 💻 Faye Melhuish and I will be there to discuss what your career could look like after uni as a Trainee Merchandiser at Next, as well as some useful hints and tips to stand out in your application 👏 So BCU students, please come along! We look forward to seeing you 😝 #earlycareers #lifeatnext #merchandisingcareers

"Living and working in a different language has increased my cultural awareness" Casi, Purchasing Manager at Lidl International, has been part of #teamlidl for 5 years. She began her journey as a trainee in the purchasing department at Lidl GB, where she specialized in fish products. 🐟 Now, as part of the Lidl International Job Rotation Program, Casi has moved to Germany and is taking on a new challenge—working on baked goods and frozen desserts for the first time in her career! 🥨🍨 Having always lived in Great Britain, working in a non-English-speaking environment was initially daunting, but it quickly boosted Casi’s confidence. "At first, it was challenging, but it’s been a great way to grow both personally and professionally!" 💪 After five years in London, moving to a smaller German city was quite a change, but one she’s embraced wholeheartedly. "The area is so green, with vineyards, castles, and charming old towns to explore! Plus, it’s easier to travel to other European countries, which adds to the adventure." 🇬🇧🇩🇪 For anyone considering international experience, Casi’s advice is simple: "Be a ‘yes’ person, put yourself out there, and meet new people. Focus on what you'll miss about your new country when it's time to leave!" Have you ever pushed yourself out of your comfort zone for a new experience? 👇 #LidlInternational #LidlExpats #teamlidl 

Happy National Careers Week! 🌟 Reflecting back to when I was just 18, searching for a part-time job to make ends meet, I never imagined I'd still be with the same company 13 years down the line! My journey with Mitchells and Butlers kicked off at a local Ember Inns, where I vividly recall clumsily pouring my first pint of Stella – more foam than beer! Who would've guessed that years later, I'd be the one coaching teams on the art of the perfect pour? 😄🍺 As I settled into the groove after a month or two, I found myself falling in love with the hospitality industry. When my General Manager transitioned to Vintage Inns, I eagerly followed suit, commencing my progression from team member to Assistant Manager while simultaneously taking on the role of district trainer for my area. Then came a pivotal moment when I stumbled upon a job opening for an Openings Team Trainer. I jumped at the opportunity, went through the interview process, and felt incredibly fortunate to land the role! Openings training became my passion – the thrill of guiding different teams week after week, immersing myself in lots of different brands. After a couple of years, I felt primed for the next phase of my journey and secured a secondment in a Training Partner role, spanning across two divisions. This then became permanent and allowed me to delve deeper into content creation and division-specific intricacies. Fast forward to today, and I'm loving my role as a Recruitment Manager! While this role presents fresh challenges from my prior training roles, I relish the daily interactions with lots of different individuals and diving into PBOs. I count myself incredibly lucky to have crossed paths with amazing colleagues and supportive managers along the way. Hospitality truly offers a myriad of career paths, and I'm grateful for the twists and turns of my journey! For those uncertain about their career direction (at any stage of life!), here's why I believe the hospitality industry is an exceptional choice: ✅ Diverse career pathways – whether that’s in Operations, Marketing, HR, Finance, Property… the list goes on. You can take your career anywhere you want to. ✅ Skills development – such as communication, problem-solving, time management, team work, and definitely resilience (!!). ✅ Constantly evolving industry – requiring innovation, creativity, and bringing new ideas to the table! ✅ Fantastic learning & development opportunities – whether it be on graduate schemes, apprenticeships, coaching, mentoring to help you get where you want to be. Curious to learn more about accelerating your career at Mitchells & Butlers? Dive into our blog and discover first hand experiences, including insights from transitioning from General Manager to Operations Manager: https://lnkd.in/epxasqBX Or head over to https://lnkd.in/eppnErW4 for an inside look into life at Mitchells & Butlers and explore our latest job opportunities. #LifeAtMab #NationalCareersWeek

#RetailGraduateProgram At Carrefour :  https://lnkd.in/dZvzaiNy ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. Have you ever wondered how to break free from #career stagnation and find exciting new #opportunities? Follow Josephine Wambani for the latest updates on open #jobs, #internships, and #scholarships. Could this be the change you’ve been looking for? Share your #thoughts and #experiences in the comments #Reposting can help others too. #Kindness costs nothing, and together, we can all win. #CareerGrowth #JobOpportunities #Internships #Scholarships #ScientificResearch #ProfessionalDevelopment #FollowForUpdates #KindnessMatters  

Snapped today as a drayman was helping to quench the thirst of customers in a busy London pub. It took me back to when I started work as a graduate trainee over 40 year ago in a Schweppes distribution depot – it made me think how much has really changed in the supply chain? Sure we have GPS tracking, In Vehicle Monitoring Systems, AI for vehicle scheduling, digital delivery notes and even electric vehicles but the back breaking work of delivering to the customer looks very much the same. The driver rolls the barrels of beer off the back of the vehicle onto a “pig” which cushions the impact, rolls it over to the pub cellar and then lowers it into subterranean London.          Never mind the last mile it’s the last 10 yards where real value is delivered to the customer Back in the day the drayman would be rewarded with half a pint of beer at each pub, you can imagine what state they were by the time they got back to the depot after 20 plus deliveries! That’s definitely a change for the better. #supplychainmanagment #retaildelivery #transport   

I can’t express enough how thankful I am for having landed in the Coles Graduate Program after finishing my studies. The rotation program, the leaders and team members I have met, and the opportunities I was given to explore have significantly shaped and propelled my career. Curious about how all of this unfolded? Read about my journey here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gVcJhFf2 #ColesGrads #TeamColes #LifeAtColes

#GoingPlaces - an insight into the fascinating careers and achievements of our more recent alumnae! Former Head Girl and 2017 leaver, Millie Dart, had no idea what she wanted to do career-wise after school. “I just knew which subjects I enjoyed the most and where my strengths were, which all helped to decide which degree I would study (Retail, Marketing & Management at Loughborough University) but, beyond that, I had no idea.” “I decided to take a gap year before I went to university and then also decided to take one after. I took one before university so that I could earn some money, as well as see some of the world. I didn’t feel ready or old enough to go straight to university and, looking back now, I am so glad that I travelled and worked for the year, as it made me so much more capable when I started at Loughborough. “After finishing at university, I felt slightly in limbo. As my degree was four years and most of my friends only did three, they had already secured graduate jobs. I felt like it would be a great time to travel and, as my parents always say, ‘You’ve got your whole life to work.’ “I had also met a boy in my final year who is an extremely keen skier… so we headed to Whistler for the season. I worked as a waitress in one of the mountain restaurants and my boyfriend was a ski instructor. The skiing in Whistler was incredible and we made some lovely friends who we still see. It’s also not every day that you can walk down your road and bump into a black bear!” Having recently moved to London, Millie is now working as a Sales Executive Assistant for Ellis Wines, a family-run wine merchant. “Every day seems to be busy for us, especially now that the weather is getting warmer, and everyone is out drinking rosé! But my typical day is processing email and phone orders for bars, shops and restaurants across the UK, so that they receive their wine on time. I also manage two sales associates, so help them with any stock or order queries. “I have only been in this job for three months, but I see it as a very good starting point for a career in the wine industry. It gives me a good understanding of the entire running of a wine merchant, so I can try and figure out which role I could see myself fitting into long-term. “Ultimately, I would love to end up living in Devon again and potentially be working in the family business, with a focus on the wine and events side.” Catch up with the entire series: https://lnkd.in/eNQAZ_VG #DartsFarm #WineMerchant #SalesExecutive

Last Saturday, I went out to pick up a few things from the A406 Tesco near the Lee Valley athletics Centre, namely a Usb Type C charger, for a black girl's hair straightener, that my brother in law had bought for my daughter. The first thing that I noticed were large volumes of inebriated teenagers to young 20s looking bewildered and unsure of themselves, wandering around in Tesco like lost children. Reflecting back on this experience this morning; I have realised a parallel that when looking through positions to apply to; one may feel driven to apply for all the positions that you may be interested in, but are not closely matched to your past experiences or skill set. I have learnt from work experiences and life experiences, that it is best to play to your strengths but also to bolster that with your soft skills and other experiences that you gain through life. My wife and I are landlords, and even though we both work full-time, the experiences that I have gained from being a landlord are transferrable to my primary role. Experiences such as: 1. Project Managing refurbishments that need to be performed to keep the property in optimal state 2. Developing an ability to read people. 3. Increasing one's ability to multi-task well. Has any one else gained any learnings that helps them to separate themselves from the rest; giving yourself an edge over others. 👏

JYSK employees develop their careers with new role responsibilities 🚀 When people talk about developing their career, the focus is often on taking steps up the career ladder. At JYSK, the employees can also develop their careers by taking on new responsibilities in their existing roles with the ‘Choose Your Own Brick’ programme. ‘Choose Your Own Brick’ is a tool for employees and managers to continuously develop and learn new things. It has been implemented in all JYSK stores over the last years and has already shown its value in a lot of cases. 🌟 The ’bricks’ represent different projects that employees can choose between, along with their immediate manager, to develop in their role. 💬 “The purpose is not only to develop our employees vertically, but also to give them the opportunity to learn and develop through additional projects, tasks, and responsibilities. For example, a store employee can become Trainer in Sleep Academy or JYSK influencer. Or a Store Manager can take on the role as a mentor for Store Manager Trainees. We have many projects to choose between,” says Kateryna Babenko, who is HR Director at JYSK. Patrick Reihle is Store Manager in Breisach, JYSK Germany, and he is one of the many employees who has taken on additional responsibilities through the programme to develop his career. Read more about the programme and Patrick’s experience of participating in the programme here: https://lnkd.in/dYxMm_S7 #proudtobeJYSK #retail #careers #personaldevelopment

It’s been an incredible month at Bunzl Greenham so far. Meet a lot of people and have learnt so much. So here are my 5 key takeaways: 1. The Importance of Relationships: Building strong connections with clients is crucial. Taking the time to understanding their needs and concerns lays the foundation for successful partnerships. 2. Attention to Detail: Paying attention to even the smallest details can make such a big difference. From order accuracy to timely communication, every interaction shapes the client's experience. 3. The Power of Adaptability: Change is inevitable but it’s how we adapt and grow that defines our success. Learning to pivot quickly and efficiently respond to change to ensure a smooth operation. 4. Continuous Learning: I don’t believe I know it all. Every day brings new opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it's expanding product knowledge or honing negotiation skills, embracing a mindset of continuous learning has been essential for both my personal and professional development. 5. Team Collaboration: Collaborating effectively with colleagues across departments has helped to strengthens my ability to deliver exceptional service and results. I’m so grateful for the incredible support from my colleagues during my first month! Which one stuck out the most for you? Let me know👇🏾 #firstmonth #BunzlGreenham #sales