Store Manager – Tullamore, Co. Offaly
Our client, a successful and growing Irish retail business, is seeking a driven and commercially strong Store Manager to take charge of their flagship store in Tullamore, Co. Offaly. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced retail leader who is confident in creating a welcoming, customer focused environment, team development and achieving commercial targets, to lead from the front.
This role is ideally suited to candidates from Big Box, discount, DIY, grocery, homeware or other high-volume retail environments who are passionate about people, commercial performance and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate and develop a large retail team to deliver outstanding results.
- Drive sales, productivity and store KPIs through strong commercial leadership.
- Ensure exceptional customer service standards are maintained at all times.
- Oversee all aspects of the day-to-day running of a busy, high-volume store.
- Maintain excellent merchandising, stock control and operational standards.
- Coach and develop your team through regular feedback, training and performance management.
- Create a positive, energetic and customer-focused culture within the store.
Skills & Experience
- Previous Store Manager experience within a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.
- Background in Big Box, discount, grocery, DIY or similar retail sectors is highly desirable.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop large teams.
- Strong commercial awareness with experience delivering sales growth and achieving KPIs.
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- A hands-on leader who enjoys being on the shop floor and leading by example.
What’s on Offer
- Salary of €45k – €47k
- Staff discount.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Flexible 5-day roster across a 7-day trading week.
- Excellent opportunity to join a successful retailer with genuine career progression.
If you are a passionate retail leader looking for your next challenge, apply today via the link or should you be interested in hearing more about Excel Recruitment jobs please visit our website.
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Store Manager
Our client, a well-established and growing Irish retailer, is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Store Manager to take charge of their exciting store opening in South Dublin. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business where you can help lead and develop your own team in a brand-new store.
This role is ideal for candidates from discount, grocery, DIY, homeware or other fast-paced retail environments who enjoy leading from the front and delivering outstanding customer service and having a real impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate and develop the store team to achieve sales and operational targets.
- Provide experience and collaborate to make the store a success from day one.
- Drive commercial performance through strong leadership and effective planning.
- Deliver an exceptional customer experience while maintaining high store standards.
- Oversee all day-to-day store operations, including merchandising, stock management and compliance.
- Coach and support colleagues through regular training, feedback and performance management.
- Foster a positive, energetic and customer-focused culture.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience as a Store Manager, or an experienced Assistant Manager ready to take the next step.
- Background in discount, grocery, DIY or other high-volume retail environments.
- Strong leadership skills with experience developing and motivating teams.
- Commercially aware with a proven ability to achieve sales targets and KPIs.
- Hands-on, organised and passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary €35k – €40k.
- Staff discount.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Flexible 5-day roster across a 7-day trading week.
- Excellent training, support and genuine opportunities for career progression.
If you are looking to take the next step in your retail management career with a successful and expanding retailer, apply today through the link below.
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Fashion Buyer
Excel Recruitment have an amazing buying opportunity for a strong Fashion Buyer who is passionate about fashion and an expert on upcoming trends. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly commercial and progressive buying office for one of the most iconic fashion retailers in Ireland. Dublin city centre.
Salary: €60-€75k plus generous benefits.
Responsibilities of this Fashion Buyer job include:
- Source, develop and build product ranges to reflect current trends, ensuring each range is commercial and meets company objectives, sales targets and customer needs
- Analyse performance and review current range to ensure that sales, margins and profit are achieved
- Take appropriate action in-season on repeats, cancellations and rescheduling of orders
- Prepare for & present regular range reviews and presentations
- Negotiating with a wide supply base to ensure the best possible price and margin for goods is achieved
- Maintaining and building strong working relationships with the supply base and sourcing new suppliers
- Keep up to date with and interpret trends, and constantly review competitors in the marketplace
- Collaborating with the design team on trends and product development
- Presenting to senior management
- Take responsibility for own development as well as manage the training of junior team members
Requirements for this Fashion Buyer job include:
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
- Significant experience in a fast-paced Buying role
- Passion for product
- Skilled negotiation techniques, organisational and influencing skills
- Developing and implementing departmental strategy
- Ability to initiate and build strong relationships with other stakeholders
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Assistant Fashion Buyer
Our client, a well-established multi site retailer, is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Fashion Buyer to join their Buying team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue within head office buying, but who is also looking to challenge themselves within an innovative and progressive retail environment. Dublin-based.
Salary €40-50k plus generous benefits
Responsibilities of this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- Assist the Buyer in building the range plan to deliver a commercially viable, balanced product range at competitive prices.
- Critical path management, ensuring that all critical dates are met.
- Maintain and manage relationships with suppliers and regularly review their performance.
- Raise orders – ensuring accurate info in line with buyers’ direction, accurate packing info, shipping details and merchandising input on ratio.
- Proactively sourcing new product ideas through research (online, street style, competitors, etc.) in line with the company’s sustainability policies.
- Visit stores regularly and communicate relevant feedback.
- Identify and select vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date.
- Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts.
- You will be responsible for managing large budgets, forecasting and monitoring market trends.
Requirements for this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- A passion for fashion.
- 2 years of buying experience.
- Third level qualification – A fashion or business-related qualification is desirable.
- Strong Excel skills and excellent numerical ability are essential.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
- An understanding of the customer and the ability to creatively develop a product that addresses identified trends.
- Ability to build strong working relationships both externally & internally.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call Aoife Clarke at 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Fashion Buyer
Excel Recruitment have an amazing buying opportunity for a strong Fashion Buyer who is passionate about fashion and an expert on upcoming trends. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly commercial and progressive buying office for one of the most iconic fashion retailers in Ireland. Dublin city centre.
Salary: €60-€75k plus generous benefits.
Responsibilities of this Fashion Buyer job include:
- Source, develop and build product ranges to reflect current trends, ensuring each range is commercial and meets company objectives, sales targets and customer needs
- Analyse performance and review current range to ensure that sales, margins and profit are achieved
- Take appropriate action in-season on repeats, cancellations and rescheduling of orders
- Prepare for & present regular range reviews and presentations
- Negotiating with a wide supply base to ensure the best possible price and margin for goods is achieved
- Maintaining and building strong working relationships with the supply base and sourcing new suppliers
- Keep up to date with and interpret trends, and constantly review competitors in the marketplace
- Collaborating with the design team on trends and product development
- Presenting to senior management
- Take responsibility for own development as well as manage the training of junior team members
Requirements for this Fashion Buyer job include:
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
- Significant experience in a fast-paced Buying role
- Passion for product
- Skilled negotiation techniques, organisational and influencing skills
- Developing and implementing departmental strategy
- Ability to initiate and build strong relationships with other stakeholders
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
Assistant Fashion Buyer
Our client, a well-established multi site retailer, is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Fashion Buyer to join their Buying team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue within head office buying, but who is also looking to challenge themselves within an innovative and progressive retail environment. Dublin-based.
Salary €40-50k plus generous benefits
Responsibilities of this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- Assist the Buyer in building the range plan to deliver a commercially viable, balanced product range at competitive prices.
- Critical path management, ensuring that all critical dates are met.
- Maintain and manage relationships with suppliers and regularly review their performance.
- Raise orders – ensuring accurate info in line with buyers’ direction, accurate packing info, shipping details and merchandising input on ratio.
- Proactively sourcing new product ideas through research (online, street style, competitors, etc.) in line with the company’s sustainability policies.
- Visit stores regularly and communicate relevant feedback.
- Identify and select vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date.
- Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts.
- You will be responsible for managing large budgets, forecasting and monitoring market trends.
Requirements for this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- A passion for fashion.
- 2 years of buying experience.
- Third level qualification – A fashion or business-related qualification is desirable.
- Strong Excel skills and excellent numerical ability are essential.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
- An understanding of the customer and the ability to creatively develop a product that addresses identified trends.
- Ability to build strong working relationships both externally & internally.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call Aoife Clarke at 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
Assistant Fashion Buyer
Our client, a well-established multisite retailer, is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Fashion Buyer to join their Buying team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue within head office buying, but who is also looking to challenge themselves within an innovative and progressive retail environment. Dublin-based.
Salary €40-50k plus generous benefits
Responsibilities of this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- Assist the Buyer in building the range plan to deliver a commercially viable, balanced product range at competitive prices.
- Critical path management, ensuring that all critical dates are met.
- Maintain and manage relationships with suppliers and regularly review their performance.
- Raise orders – ensuring accurate info in line with buyers’ direction, accurate packing info, shipping details and merchandising input on ratio.
- Proactively sourcing new product ideas through research (online, street style, competitors, etc.) in line with the company’s sustainability policies.
- Visit stores regularly and communicate relevant feedback.
- Identify and select vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date.
- Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts.
- You will be responsible for managing large budgets, forecasting and monitoring market trends.
Requirements for this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- A passion for fashion.
- 2 years of buying experience.
- Third level qualification – A fashion or business-related qualification is desirable.
- Strong Excel skills and excellent numerical ability are essential.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
- An understanding of the customer and the ability to creatively develop a product that addresses identified trends.
- Ability to build strong working relationships both externally & internally.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call Aoife Clarke at 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
Assistant Fashion Buyer
Our client, a well-established multisite retailer, is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Fashion Buyer to join their Buying team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue within head office buying, but who is also looking to challenge themselves within an innovative and progressive retail environment. Dublin-based.
Salary €40-50k plus generous benefits
Responsibilities of this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- Assist the Buyer in building the range plan to deliver a commercially viable, balanced product range at competitive prices.
- Critical path management, ensuring that all critical dates are met.
- Maintain and manage relationships with suppliers and regularly review their performance.
- Raise orders – ensuring accurate info in line with buyers’ direction, accurate packing info, shipping details and merchandising input on ratio.
- Proactively sourcing new product ideas through research (online, street style, competitors, etc.) in line with the company’s sustainability policies.
- Visit stores regularly and communicate relevant feedback.
- Identify and select vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date.
- Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts.
- You will be responsible for managing large budgets, forecasting and monitoring market trends.
Requirements for this Assistant Fashion Buyer job include:
- A passion for fashion.
- 2 years of buying experience.
- Third level qualification – A fashion or business-related qualification is desirable.
- Strong Excel skills and excellent numerical ability are essential.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
- An understanding of the customer and the ability to creatively develop a product that addresses identified trends.
- Ability to build strong working relationships both externally & internally.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call Aoife Clarke at 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
Fashion Buyer
Excel Recruitment have an amazing buying opportunity for a strong Fashion Buyer who is passionate about fashion and an expert on upcoming trends. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly commercial and progressive buying office for one of the most iconic fashion retailers in Ireland. Dublin city centre.
Salary: €60-€75k plus generous benefits.
Responsibilities of this Fashion Buyer job include:
- Source, develop and build product ranges to reflect current trends, ensuring each range is commercial and meets company objectives, sales targets and customer needs
- Analyse performance and review current range to ensure that sales, margins and profit are achieved
- Take appropriate action in-season on repeats, cancellations and rescheduling of orders
- Prepare for & present regular range reviews and presentations
- Negotiating with a wide supply base to ensure the best possible price and margin for goods is achieved
- Maintaining and building strong working relationships with the supply base and sourcing new suppliers
- Keep up to date with and interpret trends, and constantly review competitors in the marketplace
- Collaborating with the design team on trends and product development
- Presenting to senior management
- Take responsibility for own development as well as manage the training of junior team members
Requirements for this Fashion Buyer job include:
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
- Significant experience in a fast-paced Buying role
- Passion for product
- Skilled negotiation techniques, organisational and influencing skills
- Developing and implementing departmental strategy
- Ability to initiate and build strong relationships with other stakeholders
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
Junior Fashion Designer
My client, a popular and successful fashion, homewares, and gift retailer is seeking to recruit a creative Junior Fashion Designer. In this role, you will support the Designer in the design and development of the seasonal collections. This is an amazing opportunity to join a progressive employer with a values-based culture. Dublin based with flexible working from home options.
Package
- Salary €35-40k
- Pension
- Illness Benefit
- Staff Discount
- Agile working
Responsibilities of this Junior Fashion Designer job include:
- To contribute towards research, trend, fabrics, and colour for the brands lifestyle ranges in both home and clothing.
- Responsible for supporting the Designer in the design and development of the seasonal collections.
- Determine commercial trends and create artwork for our Homewares range.
- Manage the development of products from concept design to launch, liaising with buyers, ensuring deadlines are met.
- To liaise with both Irish and international suppliers.
- Create technical packs and liaise with international suppliers to ensure efficient sampling.
- To assist in the sourcing and development of fabrics and trimmings.
- To assist with the updating of range plans using Adobe packages.
- To be style led in your designs, while being trend aware.
- To work with packaging experts, to bring the product to mark.
Requirements for this Junior Fashion Designer job include:
- Creative flair, originality and eye for excellent design is essential.
- Excellent computer skills full knowledge of the Adobe creative suite such as Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Ability to work on numerous seasons at once and across different categories.
- Commercial awareness and up to date knowledge of retail and consumer trends.
- An in-depth knowledge of repeat print and pattern design is essential.
- Successful candidates should be confident and be able to forecast and give presentations to all levels of management.
Aoife McCaul is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call Aoife McCaul 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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