The discounter is hiring for a new digital project manager, whose role will be “helping to deliver a new online platform with the aim of acquiring new customers and driving online sales”, according to the job advert.

It also said the new role would work closely “with the digital director and the head of ecommerce” and will be responsible for “multiple projects to enhance business growth and revenue”.

This represents a shift for Lidl and would be the first time its customers would be able to order its products online, as well as from its network of physical stores.