Store Manager – New Store Opening
Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take ownership of an exciting new store launch? This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Store Manager to play a key role in opening and establishing a brand-new retail location, leading a team from day one and driving commercial success. The job will suit applicants based in South Dublin/North Wicklow.
This role offers the chance to develop and inspire a high-performing team while delivering an exceptional customer experience and achieving strong commercial results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the successful opening and day-to-day operation of a new retail store
- Recruit, train, and develop a motivated and customer-focused team
- Drive sales performance and deliver on key business targets
- Manage stock control, merchandising, and store presentation standards
- Ensure excellent customer service is consistently delivered
- Monitor KPIs and implement strategies to maximise store profitability
- Manage rotas, labour costs, and operational efficiencies
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, and compliance
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience as a Store Manager, Retail Manager, or Senior Assistant Manager
- Proven track record of delivering sales growth and achieving KPIs
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Experience in grocery, FMCG, or high-volume retail environments advantageous
- Commercially focused with excellent organisational abilities
- Passionate about customer service and team development
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail setting
Why Apply?
- Unique opportunity to lead a brand-new store opening
- Strong career progression opportunities within a growing retail business
- Salary up to 40K – 40 hour contract
If you are an ambitious Store Manager looking for the challenge of launching and leading a successful new store, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV and Jade will look after your application.
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Store Manager – Convenience Store – Co. Mayo
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Store Manager for our client’s busy convenience store in Co. Mayo. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced retail professional to take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a successful store, leading a dedicated team while driving sales, customer service, and operational excellence.
Salary: €45k – €50k
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the store, ensuring smooth and efficient operations across all departments
- Lead, motivate, and develop the store team to deliver outstanding customer service and achieve business objectives
- Drive sales performance by monitoring KPIs and implementing initiatives to maximise revenue and profitability
- Manage stock control, ordering, merchandising, and inventory to maintain excellent product availability
- Control labour costs, waste, and overall store expenses in line with budget targets
- Ensure the highest standards of store presentation, cleanliness, and merchandising are maintained at all times
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members to build a strong and engaged workforce
- Ensure full compliance with company procedures, food safety, health & safety, and cash handling policies
- Work closely with senior management to implement business strategies and support continued store growth
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager within a supermarket, convenience store, or grocery retail environment
- Strong commercial awareness with a proven ability to achieve sales and profitability targets
- Excellent leadership skills with experience managing, motivating, and developing retail teams
- Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing stock control, labour scheduling, and operational performance
- Customer-focused with a hands-on management style and a commitment to delivering high standards
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and adapt to changing business needs
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, as required
If you are interested in this Store Manager job opportunity in Co. Mayo, please apply to Lee Dunne via the link below. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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Store Manager – Ballina
Are you ready to take the next step in your retail career? Our client, a well-established and highly respected retailer, is recruiting a Store Manager for their Ballina, Co. Mayo store. Known for their strong presence across Ireland, commitment to quality, and deep community connection, this business offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager looking to step up, or a Store Manager seeking a new challenge.
As Store Manager, you’ll have full ownership of the store’s day-to-day operations and commercial performance. You’ll lead from the front, build a high-performing team, and deliver an exceptional customer experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
The Role:
- Lead, coach, and motivate the store team to achieve sales targets and KPIs
- Drive commercial performance through strong operational and visual standards
- Deliver consistently high levels of customer service
- Manage stock, merchandising, and overall store presentation
- Recruit, train, and develop a motivated and engaged team
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience as an Assistant Store Manager or Store Manager in a high-volume retail environment
- Strong leadership and people-management skills
- Commercially minded with a proven ability to drive sales and KPIs
- Hands-on, organised, and customer-focused
Should you be interested in this Store Manager job, please apply with your updated CV and Jade will look after your application.
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General Store Manager, Co. Wicklow
Are you an experienced retail or hospitality leader with a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences and leading high-performing teams?
Our client is one of Ireland’s most iconic lifestyle and destination businesses, attracting visitors from across the country to enjoy a unique blend of premium retail, hospitality, and natural beauty. Set within stunning surroundings in the heart of Wicklow the business is renowned for its carefully curated collection of fashion, homeware, gifting, and lifestyle brands, alongside its celebrated café and food offering, which showcases the very best in quality, service, and customer experience.
They are now seeking an ambitious and commercially driven General Store Manager to lead this flagship location. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex and vibrant operation spanning retail, hospitality, food, and concession businesses, while shaping the future success of a highly respected Irish brand.
Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the site, leading large teams, driving commercial results, and ensuring an outstanding experience for every customer who visits.
Package
- Excellent salary DOE
- Performance-related bonus
- Pension scheme
- 23 days holidays
- Excellent discounts
Responsibilities of this General Store Manager er job include:
- Lead, inspire, and develop management teams across retail, food, and hospitality departments.
- Drive sales, profitability, and overall business performance, ensuring delivery of financial targets and KPIs.
- Deliver an exceptional customer experience while maintaining the highest operational standards.
- Take full ownership of store performance, including P&L, labour management, stock control, and cost management.
- Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, growth, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and operational standards.
- Create a positive, high-performance culture focused on engagement, accountability, and talent development.
Experience required for this General Store Manager job include:
- 5+ years’ senior management experience within retail, food retail, or department Store environment.
- Proven experience managing a large-scale operation with full P&L responsibility.
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering sales growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
- Experience leading and developing large teams in a fast-paced customer-facing environment.
- Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Passion for customer experience, people development, and continuous improvement.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your updated CV through the link provided or for a confidential discussion contact Aislinn 01 8717604.
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Store Manager | Carrickmines, South Dublin
Are you an experienced retail leader with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving commercial performance, and developing high-performing teams?
Our client, a leading outdoor and lifestyle retailer, is seeking an ambitious and commercially focused Store Manager to lead their successful store in Carrickmines, South Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established brand that is known for its quality products, strong customer focus, and positive team culture.
As Store Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the store, leading your team to achieve outstanding results while ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for every customer.
The Role
- Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional customer service and achieve commercial targets
- Drive sales, profitability, and KPI performance through effective leadership and commercial decision-making
- Maintain excellent standards of visual merchandising, stock presentation, and store operations
- Analyse sales reports and trading patterns to identify opportunities and implement action plans
- Manage stock control, replenishment, and product availability to maximise sales opportunities
- Recruit, coach, develop, and retain a high-performing retail team
- Create a positive, engaging, and customer-focused culture throughout the store
- Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards
- Support local marketing initiatives, promotional campaigns, and in-store events
- Work collaboratively with the wider business to drive store growth and performance
About You
- Minimum 3 years’ Store management or similar level management experience
- Proven experience leading teams within a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment
- Strong leadership and people development skills
- Commercially aware with a track record of driving sales and delivering KPI results
- Passionate about delivering outstanding customer serviceComfortable analysing performance data and making commercially driven decisions
- Proficient in retail systems and Microsoft Office
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive salary with performance-related incentives
- Excellent career progression and development opportunities
- Staff discount and additional company benefits
- Flexible weekend rotations
- Good Trading hours
If you are a motivated retail professional looking for your next leadership opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your updated CV via the link below.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Aislinn 01 871 7604.
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Flagship Store Manager – Fashion
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Store Manager to lead a high-profile flagship fashion retail store in South Dublin. This is a standout opportunity to take full ownership of a key location within a business that continues to go from strength to strength.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will have the autonomy to shape store performance, lead your team, and deliver an exceptional customer experience in a fast-paced, style-led environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team to consistently achieve sales targets
- Take full ownership of store KPIs, driving performance through strong commercial decision-making
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing team development
- Plan and manage staff rotas in line with business needs and peak trading periods
- Analyse sales and performance data, implementing strategies to maximise results
- Ensure exceptional visual merchandising and premium store presentation standards
- Manage stock control, replenishment, and seasonal transitions effectively
- Maintain compliance with all operational, health & safety, and company procedures
Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience as a Store Manager within fashion retail or a similar fast-paced environment
- Strong leadership capability with a track record of building and motivating successful teams
- Highly commercial, with a results-driven mindset and strong business acumen
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Passion for retail and delivering an outstanding customer experience
- Interest or experience in outdoor sports or lifestyle retail is a distinct advantage
Why Join?
- Be part of a growing, ambitious brand with strong momentum
- Supportive environment that values work-life balance
- Competitive salary (DOE) + 10% bonus potential
- 21 days of annual leave
- Free parking
This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and ambitious retail leader ready to take the next step and make a real impact. Apply now with your updated CV – Jade will be in touch regarding your application.
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Store Manager Pharmacy – Shannon Co Clare
We are currently seeking a high-calibre, commercially focused Store Manager to lead a busy, high-performing retail store in Shannon Co Clare
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a well-established, service-led business at the heart of its local community, where customer experience, operational excellence, and strong commercial decision-making are key to success.
This role will suit a hands-on retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the importance of P&L accountability, and can confidently identify opportunities to drive performance across multiple product categories.
The Role
As Store Manager, you will have full responsibility for the overall performance of the store, leading from the front to deliver results across sales, service, and operations.
- Driving commercial performance and achieving sales and margin targets
- Analysing store data to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Evaluating category performance and optimising product participation
- Making confident, informed decisions that positively impact profitability
- Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing team
- Embedding a strong, customer-first culture across all areas of the business
- Ensuring excellent operational standards and smooth day-to-day running
- This is a visible leadership role, requiring strong presence on the shop floor and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
What We Are Looking For
- Proven experience as a Store Manager or Senior Retail Manager in a fast-paced environment
- Strong commercial acumen with P&L ownership experience
- Ability to analyse performance, spot opportunities, and take decisive action
- Experience managing multiple product categories and driving sales growth
- A genuine passion for customer service and community-focused retail
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating teams
- Highly organised with excellent operational and planning ability
- Experience in Pharmacy retail, FMCG, convenience, or high-service retail environments would be advantageous.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of €50,000 – €55,000
- Pension contribution
- Structured bonus linked to performance
- Excellent work-life balance – no late nights, no Sundays, and flexibility around Saturdays
- Supportive and positive working environment
- Real opportunity to make an impact and grow within a successful business
If you are a commercially driven retail leader looking for your next challenge in a dynamic and community-focused environment, I would be delighted to speak with you.
Apply via the link or for a confidential discussion contact Aislinn 01 8717604.
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Senior Store Manager – Limerick City
Salary: €50,000 – €55,000 + Pension + excellent working hours
We are currently seeking a high-calibre, commercially focused Senior Store Manager to lead a busy, high-performing retail store in Limerick City.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a well-established, service-led business at the heart of its local community, where customer experience, operational excellence, and strong commercial decision-making are key to success.
This role will suit a hands-on retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the importance of P&L accountability, and can confidently identify opportunities to drive performance across multiple product categories.
The Role
As Store Manager, you will have full responsibility for the overall performance of the store, leading from the front to deliver results across sales, service, and operations.
- Driving commercial performance and achieving sales and margin targets
- Analysing store data to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Evaluating category performance and optimising product participation
- Making confident, informed decisions that positively impact profitability
- Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing team
- Embedding a strong, customer-first culture across all areas of the business
- Ensuring excellent operational standards and smooth day-to-day running
- This is a visible leadership role, requiring strong presence on the shop floor and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
What We Are Looking For
- Proven experience as a Store Manager or Senior Retail Manager in a fast-paced environment
- Strong commercial acumen with P&L ownership experience
- Ability to analyse performance, spot opportunities, and take decisive action
- Experience managing multiple product categories and driving sales growth
- A genuine passion for customer service and community-focused retail
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating teams
- Highly organised with excellent operational and planning ability
- Experience in Pharmacy retail, FMCG, convenience, or high-service retail environments would be advantageous.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of €50,000 – €55,000
- Pension contribution
- Structured bonus linked to performance
- Excellent work-life balance – no late nights, no Sundays, and flexibility around Saturdays
- Supportive and positive working environment
- Real opportunity to make an impact and grow within a successful business
If you are a commercially driven retail leader looking for your next challenge in a dynamic and community-focused environment, I would be delighted to speak with you.
Apply via the link or for a confidential discussion contact Aislinn 01 8717604.
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What This Role Offers
- Salary of 80K + performance-related bonus
- Senior leadership role with oversight of multiple high-volume retail stores
- Opportunity to influence operational strategy and drive performance improvements
- Company pension scheme
- Strong career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
- Autonomy to implement change and enhance store standards across the network
- Exposure to large-scale operations and senior decision-making
- Support from an experienced senior management team
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the performance of a portfolio of retail stores across Munster
- Drive sales, margin, and profitability across all locations
- Work closely with Area Managers and Store Managers to improve performance and deliver results
- Implement operational strategies to enhance efficiency, standards, and customer experience
- Monitor and analyse KPIs, identifying trends and implementing action plans
- Ensure consistency across store operations, merchandising, and brand standards
- Drive improvements in labour management, stock control, and cost efficiency
- Support recruitment, training, and development of management teams
- Work collaboratively with senior leadership on business planning and expansion
The Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience in a senior retail role such as Retail Operations Manager, Area Manager, or similar
- Strong multi-site management experience within grocery or high-volume retail
- Demonstrated ability to drive performance across multiple locations
- Experience leading and developing management teams
- Highly commercial with strong financial and operational awareness
- A hands-on leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
Apply today for this Retail Operations Manager opportunity in Munster.
All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
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Grocery Department Manager – Liffey Valley
Our client, a leading multinational retail chain known for their premium quality in food, home and fashion is seeking to recruit an experienced Department Manager for their flag store in Liffey Valley Dublin. Due to company restructure, and with the focus on people, this role is suited to a retail leader from high volume retail with strong experience in people development, mentoring, motivating and succession planning.
Experience in Grocery or similar non food all considered.
Package & Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- 20% colleague discount.
- Pension / Life Assurance.
- Discretionary bonus schemes.
- 39 hour working week.
- 24/7 Virtual GP and PAM Assist to support you and your family.
- 25 days holidays
- Maternity support.
Key Responsibilities for this job include the following:
- Coach and support your team to reach their full potential, recognising achievements, and proactively managing performance.
- Drive sales growth and profitability within the store.
- Responsible for both operational and people leadership activity within the store.
- Support the Store Manager in enhancing both operational and commercial performance.
- Foster an inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Ensure excellent customer service
Skills and Requirements for this job include the following:
- 3 years + in high volume grocery management experience
- Strong people management skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to interpret sales data and drive performance.
- Ability to work effectively across departments such as Foodhall, Fashion and Home
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
If you are interested in this role of Department Manager, please upload your updated CV via 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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