Kenneth McGrath who was the first leader of Lidl in the U.S. will return to the company to fill the position of Deputy Chairman effective October 1st.  McGrath will assume the role held by Gerd Chrzanowski who in turn replaced Klaus Gehrig who left the company last month.  McGrath will oversee 11,000 Lidl stores in 32 nations.  Until he takes up his new position, McGrath will ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities as President of Save-A-Lot to his successor.  Under his management, Save-A-Lot repackaged private brands, cut prices and operated according to the policies of a German hard discounter.

Lidl is noted for turnover of senior management under the leadership of owner Dieter Schwarz.