82 LIDL DISTRIBUTION CENTRE - BRIDGEND
LIDL DISTRIBUTION CENTRE - BRIDGEND
Lidl ’ s new distribution centre in Bridgend will see the German-owned supermarket retailer expand its operations and create new jobs .
Lidl ’ s new cutting-edge facility in Bridgend marks a significant investment in the region , promising to revolutionise the company ’ s logistical operations while creating hundreds of jobs for the local community .
Lidl confirmed the purchase of land adjacent to its warehouse in Bridgend in 2020 - enabling the supermarket to extend its distribution centre to over 36,000 sqm , which will significantly increase its capacity .
The distribution centre currently employs 233 people across a variety of different roles and departments , including Logistics , Supply Chain , Property and Administration , with expansion plans providing capacity to increase the workforce further in the future . The teams provide vital support to a growing network of 58 stores in Wales .
Simon Hedderman , Regional Director at Lidl GB , said :“ We first opened our warehouse here in Bridgend in 2004 , servicing Lidl stores across Wales . In this time we have experienced considerable growth , with more customers shopping in our stores than ever before .
“ In addition to providing new state-of-the-art facilities for our colleagues , the extension will enable us to expand and strengthen our operations across Wales ,