Lidl to cut head office roles as it streamlines operations
The plans include the opening of 40 new stores this year, creating more than 1,000 new jobs for store colleagues.
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Lidl is planning to cut a number of head office roles as part of a wider strategy to support its UK expansion.
According to the supermarket chain, no customer-facing roles would be affected by the move, which comes as it reviews its operations to ensure it is “set up with the right foundations” to support current and future growth.
The plans include the opening of 40 new stores this year, creating more than 1,000 new jobs for store colleagues. The group also aims to accelerate its store growth in the coming years.
A Lidl spokesperson told Retail Sector: “As part of this review, we’ve put forward necessary proposals that will impact some roles within our head office.
“No customer-facing roles will be affected, and no decisions will be made until the consultation period has fully concluded.”
It added: “These proposals are designed to streamline our operations, improve efficiency and strengthen our business model. While these decisions have not been made lightly, we are committed to supporting affected colleagues and will offer alternative roles where suitable.”
