Major investment expected to bring around 600 jobs to the area as new automated facility prepares for 2027 opening.
Marks & Spencer has begun recruiting staff for its major new distribution centre in Lichfield, marking another important step in the retailer’s investment in the area.
The new 437,000 sq ft automated facility will support M&S’s fashion operations, with approximately 600 jobs expected to be created when the centre becomes fully operational in 2027.
More than 70 vacancies are already being advertised, offering opportunities for local people to become part of the new operation ahead of its opening.
The development represents a significant boost for Lichfield’s local economy, bringing employment opportunities and further investment to the area.
Alongside the distribution centre, Marks & Spencer is also developing a new foodhall in Lichfield, which is expected to create approximately 70 additional jobs.
With recruitment now underway, the project is moving closer to becoming a major new employer in the district.
Looking for a new opportunity? Anyone interested in working for Marks & Spencer can explore current vacancies through the company’s official careers website.
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