Lidl International

International day of charity: how Lidl is giving back Today is the #InternationalDayOfCharity: chosen to honor the memory of Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Charity strengthens social bonds and helps build inclusive communities. At Lidl, being an integral part of the communities, we operate in, is important to us. We recognize our social responsibility as a food retailer. This is why we actively participate in various charity initiatives across Lidl countries. We're excited to share some heartfelt projects from Lidl Slovenija, Lidl Srbija KD, and in Lidl România. ❤️💙💛 ♻️ In Slovenia, Lidl launched several initiatives, including the "Bottles for Heroes" campaign, to raise funds for children with cancer and at the same time contribute to a cleaner environment. By donating part of the proceeds from the sale of Deluxe products, they supported children and young people in need of medical or development aid. Lidl Slovenia also donated to the "Wink at the Sun" campaign to fund summer holidays for children with special needs. 🩸 In Serbia, the collaboration with "Red Cross Serbia" facilitated blood donation drives, ensuring stable blood reserves, and Lidl Serbia also carried out a campaign to raise awareness about disability, particularly regarding accessible parking spaces.  🍴 In Romania, Lidl partnered with the "Din Grija pentru Copii" Association to support the "Tasty and Healthy on Hospital Plate" program, enhancing the quality of meals for hospitalized children. “Hospitalized children are already in a vulnerable situation and need all the help they can get to heal, including nutritious food. We, at Lidl, are happy to be part of their healing stories and put smiles on their plates and their faces,” says Maria Mihai, Head of Corporate Affairs at Lidl România. Discover more about these impactful projects below. 👇   #LidlInternational #InternationalDayOfCharity #Charity #CSR #teamlidl

Saying “yes” can open new and exciting international opportunities! Marcel, Consultant Supply Chain Management at Lidl International, is originally from Romania. In April 2024, Marcel relocated to Germany as part of the Lidl International Job Rotation Program. "I never say no to new opportunities and I really wanted to learn German and see how things work in other countries," he says. "At Lidl International, you can see how things work in all countries, not just one." 🇩🇪🌐 Marcel's department supports other Lidl countries in their supply chain management and he is currently learning a lot from his new colleagues. Despite the challenges of adjusting to a different work culture, Marcel is enjoying his new role so far and is eager to take on any task that comes his way. 💪🏼📦 In his free time, Marcel enjoys spending time with his family and teaching his kids to ride bicycles. He's also a big fan of German food and culture. 🚲🍻 What's the most valuable lesson you've learned from working in a different country? Share it with us below! 👇 #LidlExpats #LidlInternational #WeAreLidl #teamlidl

Julian's Great Britain chapter! Settling into a new life and work with Lidl in London Julian, Senior Consultant Sales at Lidl GB, has been with #teamlidl for over 5 years. Originally from Germany, Julian recently relocated through the Lidl International Job Rotation Program to Great Britain (GB) where he will stay for 1.5 years. 🌍✨ In his current role, Julian supports the GB Board with his experience in sales in daily business and tasks. He enjoys the variety his role offers, from managing meetings, preparing decision-making materials and supporting answering strategic questions such as where Lidl GB wants to develop as a country. ❤️💙💛 When asked what his three most important takeaways from his international experience have been, Julian answers: “Firstly, it’s crucial to stay open-minded and embrace new cultures. Secondly, there are multiple ways to approach problems, and working in GB has shown me the value of diverse perspectives. Lastly, I’ve discovered that fish and chips on a Friday is something to look forward to! 🇩🇪➡️🇬🇧 What unique experiences have you gained from working abroad? Share it with us below! 👇 #LidlInternational #LidlExpats #teamlidl

Savoir-Vivre with Duc De Coeur x Emily in Paris As the fourth season of Netflix's "Emily in Paris" hits screens, we're bringing the essence of French cuisine and lifestyle to you with our Duc De Coeur x Emily in Paris collaboration. In partnership with Paramount Consumer Products and MTV Entertainment Studios, we're offering a range of products from our Duc De Coeur brand. The products are available during our French Weeks across European Lidl stores in September. 🇫🇷🥖 “Thanks to this collaboration, we can make Emily's exquisite "savoir vivre" accessible to even more people. We're delighted to offer our customers not just the luxury of the series, but also the highest quality, fresh produce at the best price,” explains Martin Alles, Senior Vice President Brand at Lidl International. But it's not just about the food. We’re also offering non-food lifestyle items inspired by Emily’s Parisian world. ✨ At Lidl, we know what you love, and we're committed to being where you are. So, whether you're planning a cozy watch party with friends or toasting with a Kir Royal, our Duc De Coeur collection has you covered. We want to make sure you can enjoy the finer things in life. ❤️💙💛 “These projects are a great example of how innovation, zeitgeist, and customer interests drive product development at Lidl. I’m proud of my team for their ambition to identify and analyze trends and bring them to life for our customers,” says Jean-Marc Esling, Vice President Product Selection Food at Lidl International. Which Duc de Coeur product will you be spotted with while watching "Emily in Paris"? Let us know!👇 #LidlInternational #DucDeCoeur #EmilyInParis #LidlxEiP #emilyinparis #FrenchWeeks #teamlidl

We are an Official Partner of the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League for 2024-2027! ⚽ Sport is an important part of our long-term commitment to health, which includes conscious nutrition and exercise. And no sport is more popular than major football competitions – which is why we want to encourage as many consumers as possible to get active through this partnership. We will continue to represent our commitment to be by our customer’s side through our “We’re on Your Team” campaign. We will also bring back the Lidl Kids Team, featuring children in our 30 European Lidl countries, who will have the chance to become official player mascot during one of the League’s matches. 🤝 Our customers and colleagues will also have the opportunity to win free tickets to matches – so we can open up the chance to experience elite-level football and sport to all. Dr. Jennifer Maria Cords, Senior Vice President for Corporate Affairs at Lidl International, says, “We are proud to add the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League to our wide-ranging roster of sports partners. We as a company are closely connected to Europe: born 51 years ago in the heart of Europe, Lidl is now present in over 30 countries. At Lidl, our core beliefs are linked to our international CSR strategy and therefore international collaboration is fundamental.” 🌍 From keeping prices low and making simple, healthy, fresh food easily available, to bringing fans closer to the biggest football tournaments in Europe: We‘re On Your Team. #LidlInternational #OnYourTeam #UEL #UECL

Anchors aweigh! Tailwind Shipping Lines christens new container ship "Panda 004" ⚓️ At Lidl, we are committed to ensuring the reliable and timely delivery of our products. Our subsidiary, TAILWIND Shipping Lines, plays a crucial role in securing our supply chain, especially for non-food goods. That's why we are thrilled to announce the christening of our newest container ship, the "Panda 004," which took place on August 31. 🥳 🐼 The "Panda 004" is a remarkable vessel with the following specifications: Length: 169.90 meters Width: 26.90 meters Capacity: Up to 1,400 TEU 🐬 It is one of two ships in Tailwind's Dolphin Express Service (DEX), providing a crucial weekly link between Barcelona and Moerdijk. 🇪🇸↔️🇳🇱 🌐 Additionally, Barcelona is a key port for our Panda Express Service (PAX), facilitating seamless cargo transshipment between the Far East and Northern Europe. 🚢 With the addition of the "Panda 004," Tailwind Shipping Lines now operates nine ships, increasing our total fleet capacity to over 40,000 TEU in just over two years since our founding. "As a premium carrier also for third-party customers shipping time-critical goods, we offer a tailored service using the 'Panda 004' on the DEX. Moerdijk is ideally located for Lidl and other customers supplying Northwest Europe, providing an attractive alternative for transporting goods throughout Europe," says Christian Stangl, Managing Director of Tailwind Shipping Lines. What fascinates you most about the logistics process behind the scenes at Lidl?👇 #LidlInternational #TailwindShippingLines #SupplyChain #teamlidl

#teamlidl cheers on Lidl-Trek riders at the headquarters Germany's most important cycling race has a new name this year: Lidl Deutschland Tour. As presenting partner and name sponsor, Lidl in Germany is proud to present the tour. On August 22nd in Heilbronn, Southern Germany, and on August 23rd at the Lidl International headquarters, everything was dedicated to the Lidl Deutschland Tour 2024. Lidl-Trek thrilled the audience with their impressive performance and took all stage wins - congratulations to Lidl-Trek for this milestone! 🏆 But it wasn't just the riders' success that impressed us. #teamlidl also gave its all in the 21-kilometer employee ride and crossed the finish line in Heilbronn with full commitment. A special highlight of the second stage was the professional riders' passage on the neutralized course directly across our headquarters, where #teamlidl as well as family and friends cheered them on. 🚴♀ As an Official Freshness Partner, we all set a strong example for healthy eating and exercise, whether professionals or enthusiasts. The crowds were also great off the course, and with healthy and tasty snacks and numerous employee activities, we were able to clearly demonstrate our understanding of sustainability. 🍃 "What do our professional cycling team Lidl-Trek and #teamlidl have in common? Passion and performance! A big thank you to everyone who made these events possible and to everyone who participated. You have shown what it means to be part of #teamlidl. Let us cherish these great experiences and look forward to the next adventures together,” says Kenneth McGrath, Chief Executive Officer at Lidl International. #LidlInternational #LidlInDeutschland #LidlTrek #LidlDeutschlandTour #OnYourTeam

How Lidl Slovenia supports parasports At Lidl, creating equal and inclusive opportunities lies at the heart of our CSR strategy that underpins every aspect of our work. Our commitment is reflected in our international partnerships with organizations that champion equal opportunities and foster inclusive environments. Since 2016, Lidl Slovenija has partnered with the Slovenian Paralympic Committee (NPC Slovenia) - the Sports Federation for the Disabled of Slovenia - to challenge misconceptions about athletes with disabilities and promote a society that values equal opportunities for all. ❤️💙💛 Through this long-standing collaboration, Lidl Slovenia has been instrumental in advancing parasports, encouraging more people with disabilities to participate in sports, and celebrating the remarkable achievements of Slovenian para-athletes. To do so, Lidl Slovenia offers various projects, runs campaigns and sponsors events, workshops and local clubs to build a strong foundation for inclusive sports. As part of the partnership with NPC Slovenia, Marko Horvat, Sales Director, and Metka Silar Sturm, Head of Corporate Affairs at Lidl Slovenija were invited to the opening ceremony of the parasports event Paris, where they welcomed and cheered on 14 Slovenian para-athletes. As Metka Šilar Šturm expressed: “Just as the parasports athletes are unrivaled in sport, we will be unrivaled in cheering on them - their commitment, courage, and determination inspire us all! It is an honor to stand by them in Paris.“ 💪✨ We are looking forward to the games. Will you be following the competitions and cheering on the athletes? 👇 #LidlInternational #LidlSlovenija #Parasports #teamlidl Photo credit: Sportida/Vid Ponikvar

Living and Coordinating the Lidl International Job Rotation Program Dominika, Junior Consultant in Talent Development at Lidl International, has been part of #teamlidl since 2016. She began her journey with Lidl Polska, gaining experience in various areas such as sales organization, administrative organization, and idea management. Since 2022, Dominika has been with Global Mobility at Lidl Poland, overseeing the Lidl International Job Rotation program. Currently, she is participating in the International Job Rotation program in Germany. 🇵🇱➡🇩🇪 "I graduated from high school in Germany, so I know the language. When the opportunity for job rotation came up, I was eager to go to Germany to improve my language skills and broaden my knowledge!" Dominika’s responsibilities include coordinating the International Job Rotation Program and matching the candidates with the opportunities. "If you're interested in job rotation, you can contact your supervisor. Lidl facilitates the matching process of opportunities and participants and handles complex arrangements like accommodations and language courses. It's definitely worth a try!" 🤩 Outside of work, Dominika loves traveling, especially with her boyfriend who moved to Germany with her. "Our first trip in Germany was to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where we took the gondola to the Zugspitze. We also visited Rothenburg ob der Tauber, which was a charming little town! Since moving to Germany, we've already driven 22,000 km by car!" 🚗🏔️ What do you think are the biggest challenges and rewards of relocating to another country? Let us know! 👇 #LidlInternational #LidlExpats #teamlidl

Inspiring Psychology students to explore corporate roles Benedikt, Consultant Candidate & Employee Insights at Lidl International, joined #teamlidl in 2023. With a background in psychology and experience in psychological aptitude diagnostics, Benedikt now consults Lidl countries on using tools like personality tests for hiring. 🧠✨ "Part of my job is to identify the key competencies essential for success at Lidl, and to create methods to assess these competencies in applicants. It's about making abstract qualities measurable," Benedikt explains. Recently, Benedikt was invited to lecture at the University of Trier about careers in psychology within a corporate setting. "I knew the university through a colleague involved in a cooperation between Lidl and the University of Trier. This connection led to an invitation to give the lecture." Benedikt's lecture focused on career paths for psychology graduates in business. The students responded positively, both to the lecture and to the ongoing projects with Lidl. "I was thrilled to give this lecture. I remember how inspiring some lectures were during my student days. It felt great to show students what a career as a psychologist at Lidl could look like, and I hope it inspired them!" 🤩 What unique career paths have you discovered in your professional journey? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #LidlInternational #DropOfTheWeek #PsychologyCareers #teamlidl