Assistant Manager

SuperValu; Navan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and progressive family-owned business in the grocery retail sector, where your passion for fresh food and strong leadership skills will thrive. In this role, you will ensure the store operates efficiently, providing customers with exceptional service and a fresh food offering in a clean environment. You will lead a team, set and achieve sales targets, and foster a positive workplace atmosphere. This is an exciting opportunity for both seasoned retail managers and ambitious individuals looking to grow their careers in a supportive environment that values professional development and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a relevant retail position is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient store operations and deliver excellent customer service.
• Set and monitor sales targets with the team on various KPIs.

Skills

Customer Service

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Cash Management

KPI Achievement

Commercial Awareness

Grocery Retail Passion

Team Leadership

Fast-Paced Environment Adaptability

Education

2 years experience in retail management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Main purpose of the role:
Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• 2 years experience in a relevant position is desirable
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Experience balancing cash/tills
• Highly driven with a strong work ethic
• An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets
• Commerciality and brand awareness
• Passion for grocery retail
• Thrive in a fast-paced working environment.

Main duties:

• Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative
• Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager
• Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store
• Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard
• Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace
• Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment
• Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store
• Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement
• Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy
• Understand achieving margins in all departments
• Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.

About the locality:
Birds SuperValu Navan is a well-established family-owned business, operating as part of the esteemed Birds Supermarket Group since its inception in Athboy in 1955. Conveniently located on the Trim Road in Navan, County Meath just five minutes from the M3, it offers a dynamic and progressive work environment.

This is a compelling opportunity for experienced professionals in retail management or for ambitious individuals ready to transition from a Trainee Manager role. A strong passion for fresh food and a proven ability to meet key performance indicators are essential. The group places a strong emphasis on professional growth and offers competitive remuneration, along with opportunities for further development.