Supermarket Store Manager – Ennis
Big Changes. Big Role. Big Opportunity.
Our client is about to transform one of Ennis’s busiest supermarkets – and they need YOU to lead the charge! This is not your run-of-the-mill management gig – we’re talking full store revamp, fresh food focus, big teams, and serious opportunity.
What’s on offer:
- Salary €70k – €75k (depending on experience)
- Massive career opportunity to put your stamp on a flagship store
- Full support from senior leadership as you drive the transformation
- Be part of a major growth story in the Ennis area
What’s involved:
- Lead a full supermarket transformation project
- Oversee and elevate fresh food departments – quality, standards & sales
- Manage, motivate & develop a large in-store team
- Drive store standards, operational excellence & customer experience
- Bring your revamp, relaunch or store reset experience to life
- Full P&L responsibility and strategic store leadership
What we’re looking for:
- Proven supermarket store management experience
- Fresh food background is essential (you know your way around produce, deli & bakery!)
- Large team leadership & people development skills
- Experience with store makeovers, revamps or major changeovers
- Someone hungry for a challenge, driven and commercially sharp
If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and make your mark – apply today and let’s chat!
Call Alan on 01 8717625
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Fresh Food Area Manager – Leinster
Excel Recruitment is seeking a dynamic and experienced Fresh Food Area Manager to oversee the operations of our client’s fresh food departments across the Leinster region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fresh food, deli, or catering, with a proven track record of managing multiple sites and driving performance improvements.
Salary: €45k – €50k
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the performance of fresh food departments across multiple locations in the Munster region
- Ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene, and customer service are maintained
- Develop and implement strategies to improve sales and profitability
- Train, mentor, and support staff to achieve operational excellence
- Monitor and analyse financial performance, preparing reports for senior management
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Liaise with suppliers to ensure consistent product availability and quality
Requirements:
- Extensive experience in a fresh food, deli, or catering environment
- Proven track record of managing multiple sites or departments
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Financial acumen and experience in budget management
- A proactive and results-driven approach
If you are interested in this Fresh Food Area Manager job opportunity, then please apply to Nikki Murran via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Call Nikki 01 871 7600
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Area Manager – Fashion
A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced Area Manager to join a retailer renowned for their premium home and fashion products. This role will involve driving business success nationwide but with a focus on their stores in the Connacht region. The Area Manager will lead and motivate store teams to deliver exceptional service, boost customer engagement, and drive sales, while collaborating closely with the marketing, buying, and retail departments to develop growth strategies.
Ideally, this role would suit someone living in the region of Galway, Sligo, Mayo, or Roscommon. We are seeking a strong leader with proven senior management or area management experience in the fashion, home, or interiors sectors. A passion for exceptional service, deep product knowledge, and a track record of motivating teams is essential.
Duties of this Area Manager role include:
- Overseeing and shaping the development and implementation of retail strategies
- Working closely with the marketing, buying, and retail teams to align initiatives and ensure commercial success.
- Leading and managing store teams, driving performance, fostering development, and providing coaching to consistently deliver on sales targets.
- Analysing sales reports and identifying marketing opportunities to maximise revenue.
- Managing budgets and overseeing P&L responsibilities, ensuring financial targets are achieved.
- Championing service excellence, ensuring a premium customer experience and driving sales growth.
Skills and experience required of the Area Manager Role:
- 5+ years of senior management or area management experience within the fashion, home, or interiors sectors.
- Strong commercial awareness and a proven ability to identify market opportunities.
- A customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
- Demonstrated experience in leading, managing, and developing retail teams to achieve results.
- Flexibility to travel as required; a full driver’s license and access to a car are essential.
If you are interested in this role, please upload your updated CV through the link provided. For more opportunities like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or contact Aislinn 018717604.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
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Retail Area Manager – Home/ DIY/ Agri
*Agri knowledge or experience is essential for this role*
Our client, a market leader in the Agri, Trade, and home DIY sectors, is seeking a Retail Area Manager to oversee the operations and performance of multiple stores within Munster. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, results-driven leader with strong business and commercial acumen to make a real impact.
In this role, you’ll ensure outstanding service delivery, support key business initiatives, and work closely with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement. You’ll ensure seamless store operations, manage new store openings and provide essential leadership support. If you’re passionate about Retail and are people focused with some knowledge of the agriculture industry, this is the perfect chance to grow your career within a progressive, community-focused organisation.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Retail Area Manager:
- Regularly review sales performance for each store against targets, taking action to improve results where needed.
- Develop and support Store Managers and their teams to build competence and drive success.
- Lead by example, setting high standards in professionalism, dedication, and customer service to boost sales and enhance the customer experience.
- Carry out regular store audits, oversee stock management, and resolve any issues promptly to maintain smooth operations.
- Support store managers in driving all KPI’s and delivering success across all departments
- Ensure all stores are delivering the best in class in terms of service, engagement, knowledge and standards.
Skills Required of the Retail Area Manager:
- 5-7+ years of multisite area management experience within a high-volume retail environment, ideally in grocery or non-food sectors.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Agriculture is essential
- Strong business and commercial acumen
- Skilled at interpreting commercial and operational reports
- Demonstrated ability to lead people effectively, driving results through teamwork, motivation, and genuine employee engagement.
- Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office with a strong analytical skillset and commercial awareness.
Package:
- Competitive salary, DOE
- Bonus
- Mileage
- Lunch Allowance
- Great pension scheme
- Long service awards
If you are interested in this role, please upload your updated CV through the link provided. For more opportunities like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or contact Aislinn 018717604. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
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Retail Area Manager – Cork
Excel Recruitment is seeking a dynamic and experienced Retail Area Manager for our client’s operation in Cork. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to lead multiple stores within the region, driving sales, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.
Salary: €50k – €60k
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of multiple locations within the Cork area. Lead, mentor, and develop store managers to ensure the highest standards of performance
- Drive sales growth and profitability across the stores by implementing effective sales strategies, monitoring performance, and making data-driven decisions
- Ensure all stores adhere to company standards in terms of merchandising, stock levels, health & safety, and customer service
- Focus on delivering exceptional customer service across all stores, responding to customer feedback, and continuously improving the shopping experience
- Identify training needs, provide coaching, and support the professional development of store teams. Promote a positive working environment and encourage teamwork
- Manage budgets, analyse financial reports, and ensure all stores meet their financial targets
- Ensure all stores comply with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Requirements:
- Experience in a similar role within a convenience or supermarket environment
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and drive high-performing teams
- Demonstrated ability to increase sales and profitability through effective management and strategic initiatives
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands. Flexibility to travel across the Cork area as required
If you are interested in this Retail Area Manager job opportunity in Cork, then please apply to Nikki Murran via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Call Nikki 01 871 7600
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General Manager – Daytime, Monday- Friday €70K package
We at Excel Recruitment are currently seeking a General Manager at one of Ireland’s leading contract catering companies.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a strong 4/5 Star Hotel, contract catering, or Restaurant management background to step into a daytime position while maintaining the highest level of standard.
Benefits of the General Manager position include:
- A highly competitive salary.
- Work-life balance in a daytime, Monday- Friday position.
- Future progression to Area Manager positions within the company.
- A comprehensive bonus structure.
Responsibilities of this General Manager job include:
- Manage the day-to-day operations and ensure service delivery is of the highest standard along with delivering meticulous attention to detail.
- Prepare and review the allocation of operational budgets to meet the requirements of the contract.
- Ensure that all financial targets and KPI’s are achieved within a framework of financial control.
- Staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
What you need to be considered for the General Manager job:
- Previous management experience in a similar role, 4/5 Star Hotels, Restaurants or contract catering.
- Excellent interpersonal and the ability to develop relationships with stakeholders.
- Hold to a consistently high level of standard.
- Up to date working knowledge on modern trends in all forms of Hospitality.
- Up to date SOP’s and procedures both in front and back of house including audits and appraisals.
If this is a position that may interest you then please don’t hesitate to get in touch via email with an up to date CV to Neil in the utmost confidence
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Group Operations Manager – Dublin City- €100K Package
We at Excel Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced and ambitious Group Operations Manager in Dublin City. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced Hospitality professional to become an intricate part of one of Ireland’s top Contract Catering Companies. The company is looking for someone forward thinking, innovative and energetic to help the company reach new heights within the industry.
Benefits of the Group Operations Manager position include:
- An attractive salary along with an attractive bonus structure.
- Great additional benefits such as Car allowance, Mileage, Pension plan, and Health Insurance.
- Monday to Friday, daytime schedule.
- Continuous training, development and progression within a large company.
Responsibilities of the Group Operations Manager job include:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations within an area of 8-10 units, supporting the General Managers of the units and ensuring service delivery is of the highest standard.
- Liaising directly with clients to ensure that all requirements and expectations are met.
- Prepare and review the allocation of operational budgets to meet the requirements of the contract.
- Ensure that all financial targets and KPIs are achieved within a framework of financial control.
- Preparing SOPs and procedures both in front and back of house including audits and appraisals.
What you need to be considered for the Group Operations Manager job:
- Must have previous Multi-site Operations experience within Contract/Corporate Catering.
- Excellent interpersonal and the ability to develop relationships with clients.
- Strong financial acumen with a proven track record for success in Hospitality.
- Hold to a consistently high level of standard.
- A working knowledge of modern trends in all forms of Hospitality.
If this is a position that may interest you then please don’t hesitate to get in touch via email with an up-to-date CV to Neil or call directly on 0876256793 in the utmost confidence.
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Area Manager – Fashion Cork
Our client, a leading and expanding national charity retail chain is seeking to recruit an inspirational, energetic, and ambitious Area Manager/Senior Store Manager to join their leadership team in Cork/Munster. This is a wonderful and exciting opportunity for a passionate fashion retailer with a zest for sustainability, retro and vintage retail.
As an Area Manager, you will report into the Regional Manager on all aspects of driving sales, service, commercial standards and donations across your area.
This role will require an inspirational leader to motivate, coach and develop your team of store managers and volunteers across 15+ stores in achieving KPIs, company and store goals .
Salary package:
- Competitive salary
- Company vehicle
- Pension
- 25 days holidays
- Excellent work-life balance
Skills and experience required for this job:
- 3+ years of high-volume fashion/home retail area management or senior store management experience
- Excellent team leadership skills
- Exceptional business acumen with great visual and commercial skills
- Creative with excellent visual commercial experience
- Financial, P&L, and KPIs reporting experience is essential
- Proven ability to develop and achieve a retail strategy
- Passion for the voluntary/not-for-profit / sustainability retail industry
The responsibilities of this Area Manager job:
- Report directly to the Regional Manager & Head of Retail on your sales, profitability, and KPIs for the area
- Support, mentor and coach a team of Store Managers in achieving their goals
- Review stores performance versus plan, sales donations, store merchandise, floor space, and service
- Driving performance by training, challenging, motivating, and providing feedback
- Coordinating with Head Office on stock packages, products, and price
- Maintaining all financial budgets and costs to ensure maximum profit
- Recruiting new donation partners and fund-raising programs
Should you be interested in hearing more about this job of Area Manager please upload your current C.V to the link provided or alternatively if you are interested in any similar jobs on our website, please contact Aislinn 01 8717604
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Grocery Retail Area Manager – West of Ireland
Do you love the thrill of managing multiple sites? Do you love the grocery retail industry? Here at Excel Recruitment, we are seeking an Area Manager for our massively client based in the West of Ireland.
Our client is a famous grocery retailer and is continuously striving to beat its previous year’s performance. The client is extremely food passionate and is a big player in the grocery retail industry.
The desired candidate for this position is an individual with previous experience in an Area Manager role and has excellent knowledge of the grocery retail industry. They must have a track record of achieving KPIs and love motivating their teams to achieve their targets.
Our client is offering a competitive salary of €50k DOE
Responsibilities:
- Ability to manage large teams across multiple sites
- Enjoy working under pressure
- History of achieving KPIs
- Awareness and knowledge of grocery retail market
- Responsible for workplace legal compliance across all sites
- Communicate effectively with management teams
Requirements:
- Previous experience in Area Manager role
- Knowledge of grocery retail
- Hard-working mentality
- Enjoys working in dynamic environment
If you are interested in this job, or any other grocery retail jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, please apply directly via the link below or please contact Nikki 01 871 7600. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence
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Fresh Food Area Manager
Excel Recruitment is delighted to announce we are seeking a Fresh Food Area Manager for our clients stores across Connacht.
An award-winning retailer, our client due to their continued success is looking to add an ambitious & experienced Fresh Food Area Manager to their team. As Food Specialist you will be responsible for visiting all our clients stores liaising with senior Management to drive standards across all fresh food departments.
Ideally, the right candidate will have strong analytical skills, have excellent communication skills and have a passion for retail.
Salary: €40-€45k plus company car, pension and bonus
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Work with retailers to set and manage budgets and help deliver on these
- Supporting Senior Management in obtaining best possible results
- Develop communication chains between head office and shop level to ensure the company’s vision is met
- Ensuring that all business conduct requirements are met at all times
- Help ensure a high-performance culture is implemented throughout the area
- Work alongside regional and internal colleagues to help implement various project and plans
Who you are:
- A full clean driver’s license
- The ability to work across a multi-site and multi-functional operation
- Experience working with both Microsoft software and retail systems
- A thorough understanding of budget management, sales, margins, and profit
If you are interested in this Fresh Food Area Manager job or any other job opportunities on the Excel Recruitment website then please apply via the link below.
Call Alan Treacy on 01-8717625
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