IT Senior Business Solutions Consultant

Summary

£77,000* to £103,400* 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.

Based at our Head Office in Tolworth, our IT Business Consulting department is looking for a highly motivated, and driven individual to join the team and build a career in a fast paced and international environment.

Our IT department at Lidl GB is continuing to expand and plays a crucial role in our international success. In our Head Office alone, we have over 100 colleagues managing and supporting our solution landscape. Our Business Consulting department are currently looking for a new consultant who will be responsible for the implementation of solutions for our national network of distribution centres.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate IT Business Consultant who will proactively consult, advise on solutions and manage state-of-the-art projects such as the automation of the largest Distribution Centre in the Lidl estate in Leeds using SAP EWM. The role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop and grow your career working for the largest retailer in Europe.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you'll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

To keep in line with company structure, internally this role will be called Senior Consultant.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with business consultants on potential new solutions and improvements to existing solutions
• Ensure the stability, security and quality of provided solutions
• Internal and external resource management and report to team manager
• Managing and co-ordinating tasks with team and stakeholders
• 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
• Provide support and incident management for applicable solutions
• Ensure solution investments and costs are accurately planned for in accordance with the annual planning process
• Participate in and lead projects at both national and international level
• Manage Goods Issue Logistics solutions throughout their lifecycle from conception through to retirement
• Collaborate with colleagues across the business to ensure the success and smooth operation of solutions
• Execute SAP EWM customising and manage the deployment and configuration of onsite warehouse hardware. 

What you'll need

• Working knowledge of logistics solutions, comprehensive knowledge of logistics processes and operations essential
• An understanding of application security and governance practices is highly beneficial
• Experience of project and stakeholder management essential
• Knowledge of SAP EWM specifically WH Internal processes and Goods Issue essential
• Experience configuring hardware essential
• Knowledge of Incident Management and Release Management beneficial
• Technical knowledge of WH Infrastructure beneficial
• Knowledge of requirement gathering essential
• SQL knowledge beneficial
• 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
• Strong ownership of tasks and a keen eye for detail
• Proactive in keeping up to date with the latest technologies
• Excellent presentation and communication skills essential
• Occasional travel to European countries required
• German language skills are desirable, 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

*Includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting Allowance

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.

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.