Job Tag: Supervisor

Trainee Manager

Trainee Manager – Cork City

Are you ready to take the next step in your retail career?

Excel Recruitment are currently seeking a Trainee Manager on behalf of a highly successful and well-established supermarket group in Cork.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious retail professional looking to develop their leadership skills and progress into senior store management.

€35,000 – €37,000 DOE

What’s on Offer?

  • €35,000 – €37,000 salary
  • Structured management training and development
  • Clear progression path into Store Management
  • Work with an established and successful retail business
  • Supportive and people-focused culture
  • Excellent long-term career opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the day-to-day running of a busy retail store.
  • Learn all aspects of store operations and management.
  • Assist with driving sales, profitability, and customer service standards.
  • Lead and motivate team members on a daily basis.
  • Support stock control, merchandising, and inventory management.
  • Ensure high standards across fresh food and store presentation.
  • Assist with staff training and development.
  • Monitor KPIs and contribute to achieving store targets.
  • Step into management responsibilities when required

Key Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a retail supervisory, senior sales assistant, duty manager, or assistant manager role.
  • Strong communication and leadership potential.
  • Passion for retail and delivering excellent customer service.
  • Commercial awareness and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Fresh food or grocery retail experience is highly desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in grocery retail and gain exposure to all aspects of successful store management.

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Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager – Athy, Co. Kildare

Are you an experienced retail supervisor or assistant manager looking to take the next step in your career?

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Manager on behalf of a busy and successful convenience retail business in Athy.

€33,000 – €36,000 DOE

What’s on Offer?

  • Salary of €33,000 – €36,000
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing retail business
  • Supportive and dynamic working environment
  • Opportunity to develop your management and leadership skills
  • Full-time permanent position

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations.
  • Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team.
  • Drive sales and maximise commercial opportunities throughout the store.
  • Ensure excellent customer service standards are always maintained.
  • Oversee stock control, ordering, merchandising, and waste management.
  • Support the management of labour costs and store profitability.
  • Ensure high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance.
  • Take responsibility for the store in the Manager’s absence.

Key Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a retail supervisory, duty manager, or assistant manager role.
  • Strong people management and leadership skills.
  • Experience within grocery, convenience, forecourt, or food retail desirable.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Commercially minded with a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.

If you’re passionate about retail and looking for your next management opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

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Retail Supervisor

Supervisor – Dundrum

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Supervisor to join the opening of their well-established store in the heart of Dundrum. Known for their wide array of creative art, crafts, and stationery supplies, this is a superb opportunity for a retail professional with supervisory experience and a passion for creativity to join a constantly expanding business.

In this hands-on role, you will support the Store Manager in leading a vibrant team, ensuring excellent customer service, and gaining real retail experience in a business that values its staff, and promotes a creative and engaging work environment.

Key Responsibilities as Supervisor

  • Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day running of the store, ensuring smooth operations at all times.
  • Lead, motivate, and coach a small team to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Take responsibility for store standards, including presentation, stock management, and visual merchandising.
  • Open and close the store, with responsibility for cash handling and keyholder duties.
  • Assist in driving sales and supporting the achievement of targets and KPIs.
  • Help foster a positive team culture where staff feel engaged and valued.

Key Requirements

  • 1 year + supervisory experience in a retail environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to support and motivate a team.
  • Customer-focused with a genuine interest in delivering an exceptional shopping experience.
  • Flexible and hands-on with a can-do attitude.
  • A passion for creativity is highly desirable.

Package & Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • The opportunity to be part of a creative and engaging work environment
  • Excellent career progression within a growing retail business

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 at 018717604.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

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Assistant Manager – Art and Stationery

Assistant Manager – Swords, Dublin

Our client, a well-known retailer specialising in arts, crafts, stationery and creative products, is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Junior Assistant Manager to join their store in Swords, Dublin.

This is a lovely opportunity for an experienced Retail Supervisor or Team Leader who enjoys working with customers, takes pride in great store standards and is ready to take the next step in their retail career.

Working alongside the Store Manager, you will help support the day-to-day running of the store, motivate the team and ensure customers receive a welcoming and helpful experience every time they visit.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Store Manager with the day-to-day running of the store
  • Lead by example and deliver excellent customer service
  • Support and motivate the team to achieve sales and service targets
  • Ensure high standards of merchandising and presentation throughout the store
  • Help maintain stock levels, replenishment and general store organisation
  • Get to know the products and help customers find what they need
  • Support the team during busy trading periods
  • Help create a positive, friendly and enjoyable environment for both customers and colleagues

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Retail Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader
  • A genuine passion for delivering excellent customer service
  • Confident supporting and motivating a small retail team
  • Good understanding of sales, service and store standards
  • Strong communication and people skills
  • Hands-on, positive and happy to get involved in all areas of the store
  • Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining excellent store standards
  • An interest in arts, crafts, stationery or creative products would be an advantage

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step up from a supervisory position into their first Assistant Manager role within a friendly and customer-focused retail environment.

If this sounds like the next step for you, please apply with your updated CV through the link provided.

For more retail opportunities, visit the Excel Recruitment website or contact Aislinn 01 871 7604.

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Trainee Manager

Trainee Manager – Co. Cork
Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Trainee Manager for our client’s supermarket in Co. Cork. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and ambitious retail professional looking to develop their management career within a fast-paced and supportive environment. The successful candidate will gain valuable hands-on management experience, with applicants from a supermarket or convenience retail background particularly encouraged to apply.

Salary: €35k – €37k

Responsibilities:

  • Support the Store Manager in ensuring smooth daily operations.
  • Supervise and motivate staff to deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Manage stock levels, oversee replenishment, and maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and company policies.
  • Address customer inquiries and resolve complaints professionally.
  • Contribute to meeting sales targets and executing promotional activities.
  • Assist with staff scheduling, shift planning, and team performance reviews.
  • Maintain high standards of store cleanliness, organisation, and visual presentation.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a retail setting, ideally in a supermarket or convenience store.
  • Strong leadership qualities and the ability to inspire and manage a team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
  • Organisational skills with attention to detail.
  • A customer-first attitude and a passion for delivering outstanding service.

If this Trainee Manager position in Co. Cork sounds like the perfect next step in your career, please apply directly to Lee Dunne through the link below. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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Assistant Manager – Home & Gift

Assistant Manager – Home & Gift

Our client, a well-established and award-winning Irish retailer, is seeking a passionate and customer-focused Assistant Manager to join their busy store in Co. Kilkenny. Please note this a 1 year maternity cover contract.

Renowned for celebrating Irish creativity, craftsmanship, and design, this retailer offers a carefully curated range of fashion, jewellery, homeware, and gifts. With a strong emphasis on heritage and quality, they pride themselves on delivering an exceptional in-store experience that reflects the very best of Irish design.

Key responsibilities:

  • Support the Store Manager in driving overall sales performance and delivering exceptional customer service
  • Lead, coach, and inspire a team to achieve sales targets and KPIs
  • Champion a culture of excellence in customer experience, product knowledge, and brand storytelling
  • Maintain high operational standards across all departments
  • Ensure outstanding visual merchandising that reflects the brand’s positioning
  • Identify opportunities to promote products, collections, and in-store experiences

Skills & experience required:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a retail management role (fashion, homeware, jewellery, or similar)
  • Proven track record of delivering a premium, customer-first experience
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
  • Commercial mindset with experience achieving sales targets

Salary:

  • Negotiable depending on experience
  • 40-hour contract

If you are interested in learning more about this Assistant Manager position, please apply via the link provided with your most up-to-date CV and Jade will be in touch regarding your application.

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Assistant Manager

Assistant Store Manager – Kilkenny City

** 1 year maternity contract

Our client, a prestigious Irish design-led retail chain specialising in premium fashion and gifts, are seeking an Assistant Manager to support the management of their beautiful retail space within the heart of Kilkenny City.

Showcasing Irish design, fashion, jewellery, homeware and gifts, alongside a popular on-site restaurant, this is an exciting opportunity for a Retail Supervisor or Assistant Manager looking to progress their career with one of Ireland’s most recognised retail brands.

Working within a beautiful, high-footfall destination, you will support the day-to-day operation of the retail store, lead and develop the team, and ensure exceptional customer service and commercial standards. This role will suit an ambitious retail leader with energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for delivering first-class customer experiences.

This is a one-year contract role covering maternity leave

Responsibilities of this Assistant Store Manager job include:

  • Support the Store Manager to lead, coach, and motivate the team to deliver excellent customer service and strong commercial results.
  • Drive sales through product knowledge, consultative selling, link selling, and repeat customer engagement.
  • Maintain high store standards across merchandising, presentation, stock control, and brand consistency.
  • Monitor key store KPIs including sales, margin, conversion, stock loss, ATV, and customer experience.
  • Ensure customers receive a warm, personal, and knowledgeable service experience.

Requirements for this Assistant Store Manager job include:

  • 2 years + Assistant Manager or retail supervisor experience with the ambition to step up and help lead the team.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop a team.
  • Commercially aware, with confidence working to sales targets, KPIs, budgets, and store reports and driving your team to achieve them.
  • Passionate about customer satisfaction, consultative selling, and premium service.
  • Personable, engaging, and confident in building rapport with customers and colleagues.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Manager or a strong retail supervisor who wants to join a beautiful, customer-focused retail environment with a strong culture of product training, personality-led service, and consultative selling.

If you are interested in this Assistant Store Manager job, or any other jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, please apply directly below or contact Aislinn

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Supermarket Store Manager

Supermarket Store Manager – Limerick

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially driven Store Manager to lead a high-performing supermarket operation in Limerick.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious retail leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, developing high-performing teams and driving commercial success.

This role offers a competitive salary of €50,000- €60,000, Excellent long-term progression opportunities and the chance to make a real impact.

What’s on Offer?

  • Competitive salary of €50,000 – €60,000
  • Performance-related bonus opportunity
  • Excellent career progression prospects
  • Opportunity to lead a successful and established supermarket business
  • Supportive and people-focused culture
  • Ongoing training and leadership development
  • Autonomy to make a real impact within the business

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the overall day-to-day operation of the supermarket
  • Drive sales, profitability and commercial performance across all departments
  • Deliver exceptional customer service standards throughout the store
  • Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing management and colleague tea
  • Ensure excellence in merchandising, store presentation and operational standards
  • Manage labour budgets, productivity and overall store costs
  • Monitor and drive performance across all key retail KPIs
  • Ensure stock control, availability and inventory management processes are maintained
  • Drive fresh food, grocery and promotional performance across the business
  • Lead recruitment, onboarding and succession planning initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures, health & safety and food safety requirements
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and customer experience

About You:

  • Previous experience as a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, Supermarket Manager or Senior Retail Manager
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Proven track record of delivering commercial and operational results
  • Experience managing large teams within a fast-paced retail environment
  • Strong understanding of supermarket operations, fresh food and customer service
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Commercially focused with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Passionate about developing people and building high-performing teams
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced retail professional to take ownership of a successful supermarket operation and further develop their career within a business that values strong leadership, commercial excellence and customer service.

All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.

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Assistant Manager – Retail

Assistant Manager – Retail

Our client, a well-established and award-winning Irish retailer, is seeking a passionate and customer-focused Assistant Manager to join their busy store in Co. Clare.

Renowned for celebrating Irish creativity, craftsmanship, and design, this retailer offers a carefully curated range of fashion, jewellery, homeware, and gifts. With a strong emphasis on heritage and quality, they pride themselves on delivering an exceptional in-store experience that reflects the very best of Irish design.

Key responsibilities:

  • Support the Store Manager in driving overall sales performance and delivering exceptional customer service
  • Lead, coach, and inspire a team to achieve sales targets and KPIs
  • Champion a culture of excellence in customer experience, product knowledge, and brand storytelling
  • Maintain high operational standards across all departments
  • Ensure outstanding visual merchandising that reflects the brand’s positioning
  • Identify opportunities to promote products, collections, and in-store experiences

Skills & experience required:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a retail supervisory or management role (fashion, homeware, jewellery, or similar)
  • Proven track record of delivering a premium, customer-first experience
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
  • Commercial mindset with experience achieving sales targets

Salary:

  • €34,000
  • 40-hour contract

If you are interested in learning more about this Assistant Manager position, please apply via the link provided with your most up-to-date CV and Jade will be in touch regarding your application.

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Supermarket Duty Manager

Supermarket Duty Manager – South Dublin

We here at Excel Recruitment are delighted to announce we are recruiting Supermarket Duty Manager for our client in South Dublin.

Salary: €35k – €40k

Our client is a leading player in the grocery retail market and has a proven track record in progressing employees through training programmes & courses.

As Supermarket Duty Manager you will be tasked with leading teams, maintaining high standards across the store and assisting the senior management team towards reaching set goals.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Leading by example by providing excellent customer service
  • Ensuring all health and safety procedures are adhered to
  • Delegating tasks to the team
  • Assisting the Management team in ensuring the successful day-to-day running of the store
  • Achieving KPIs & working towards targets

Who you are:

  • Experience with KPIs and targets
  • A genuine passion for exceptional customer service
  • The ability to motivate and inspire staff
  • Excellent organisational & communication skills

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and make an impact in grocery retail, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV via the link below or call Cian Lynders on 01 871 7664.

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