Manager - Food Promotions

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Lidl US is searching for the next Manager - Food Promotions to join our team! The Manager - Food Promotions is responsible for supporting the Senior Manager with tasks to profitably plan for weekly/monthly and seasonal food promotions based on market analysis and company objectives. The Manager is responsible for seasonal product promotional planning on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis.

The role is also responsible for leading a team of employees.

Please note:

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Arlington, VA, and follows a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week in‑office.

• Supervise, mentor, and manage multiple team members/analysts in accordance with Company principles and management model
• Effectively delegate and guide the work of other team members in accordance with Company principles and management model
• Implement and manage assigned programs, processes and initiatives through effective delegation and collaboration with stakeholders
• Analyze and evaluate current processes and projects for recommended optimization
• Support in planning and forecasting weekly and seasonal promotional assortments by the necessary deadlines
• Analyze past sales to adapt and improve future planning
• Prepare weekly market pricing research for promotional items
• Accurately maintain item planning in the promotional planning system (APT)
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with supply chain, marketing, IT and purchasing administration departments to troubleshoot potential issues and ensure deadlines are met
• Proof and ensure information accuracy of items in the promotional leaflet and digital assets
• Involvement of promotional strategy for each purchasing category; prepare and present during category reviews
• Coordination with purchasing team on new items set up for all seasonally listed items

• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, or related software
• Knowledge of the competitive landscape and market strategies for grocery promotions

• Merchandise planning experience
• Retail analytics background
• Ecommerce experience
• Data analytics experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3‑5 years of experience in a related field including two years in a supervisory capacity

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

• This position commutes between stores and/or distribution centers less than 10% of the time
• Anticipated travel will be by car

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

• Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
• Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
• Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Total Well‑Being Program
• Daily Pay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Retail