Administrative Assistant - Sales Operations

Lidl

Arlington, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Contract Requirements, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, File Management, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Network Support, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Prepare Correspondence, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Sales Operations, Support Documentation, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support, Travel Planning, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Arlington, VA
POSTED
1 day ago
Summary

Lidl US is searching for the next Administrative Assistant to join our Sales Operations team! The Administrative Assistant - Sales Operations facilitates the efficient operation of the assigned department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks. The role supports and helps drive the development, planning, and coordination of projects, processes and documents that support the store network in achieving its goals. The Administrative Assistant performs critical research, supports in preparing management decisions, organizes system documents, and helps communicate updates to the regional operational structure. This includes the standardization and simplification of sales operation processes, reporting, and implementation and coordination of new projects and concepts.

What You'll Do

Essential Functions
  • Maintain, schedule, and coordinate calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements
  • Support with the preparation of correspondence, memos, documents, emails, and presentations for department
  • Perform data entry and maintenance for various projects including ad hoc departmental reports
  • Maintain high levels of integrity and discretion
  • Oversees and manages assigned project and/or departments data, ensuring it meets predetermined contractual or policy requirements
  • Conducts data entry and file management for various department projects
  • Works with internal departments throughout the organization to ensure training and procedure content is accurate and up to date
  • Implements technical support systems that ensure efficient working methods and communication flow within sales operations
  • Supports the store operations team with on-demand analysis
  • Prepares concise, insight-rich summaries for senior management, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities across stores and regions
What You'll Need

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace tools, or related software
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to translate information into clear, impactful management presentations (utilizing PowerPoint or Slides and Excel or Sheets or similar platforms)
  • Serve as the primary systems administrator for document and process updates
Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1-2 years of experience in a related field
Preferred Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Retail experience
Physical Job Requirements
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
What You'll Receive

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.

All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:
  • 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
  • DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule
Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.

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About the Company

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Lidl

Lidl is one of Europe's largest retailers and now the first stores are officially open in North America.
 
Based in Neckarsulm, Germany, Lidl is represented in 30 countries worldwide and currently operates over 10,000 stores and more than 150 distribution centers in 28 countries.

Lidl has a simple philosophy - we are focused on offering customers top quality products at the most competitive price in convenient locations.

We feel that we have our own unique offering that is compelling to consumers in the U.S. and around the world. We are excited to have entered the U.S. market and introducing consumers to a different type of shopping experience.

Lidl US offers employees the opportunity to be a part of something big. Our ambitious growth plan requires that we attract and retain top quality talent.  

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Retail
FOUNDED
2013
WEBSITE
http://www.lidl.com