Retail Assistant Manager Job Limerick

BLUE FORGE RECRUITMENT; Ireland; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discount

Flexible Roster

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

BLUE FORGE RECRUITMENT is assisting a prominent retail group in Limerick to recruit an Assistant Manager who will work closely with the Store Manager, oversee daily operations and uphold high standards of service and compliance.

Based in Limerick City, the role offers a competitive salary of €40,000 on a full-time contract, staff discount, a flexible roster and clear opportunities for career advancement within a growing business.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of proven retail experience.
• Experience in retail floor management or supervision.
• Ability to drive sales targets and KPIs.
• Strong knowledge of stock control and loss prevention.
• Proven ability to plan staff rotas.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily retail floor operations and ensure smooth store running.
• Lead and coordinate a team of sales assistants and floor staff.
• Allocate duties, manage rotas and ensure shift coverage.
• Motivate, coach and support employees to maintain performance.
• Monitor sales targets and KPI performance.
• Drive sales growth through effective floor management and engagement.
• Maintain store presentation, merchandising, cleanliness, and organization.
• Oversee stock control, inventory, deliveries and stocktakes.
• Monitor discrepancies and loss-prevention procedures.
• Handle customer service and escalations professionally.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Sales target achievement

Stock control

Customer service

Operational oversight

Job description

09th November, 2026

Retail Assistant Manager Job Limerick

My client is a prominent and successful retail group with a range of high spec stores across Munster, Connacht, and Leinster. Still expanding and operating with high standards in product range and shop layout, our client is now looking to recruit an Assistant Manager who could hit the ground running in a busy shop, turning over in excess of €5 million yearly. Our client is currently looking for an experienced Assistant Manager to join their team. You will be working closely with the Store Manager, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the store, supporting the team, overseeing daily operations. You will also be responsible for carrying out regular HACCP checks, preparing the store for external audits and making sure all food safety, hygiene and operational standards are consistently maintained. The role will also involve identifying opportunities to drive additional sales and improve store performance.

This is a great opportunity for someone who already has solid experience in retail management or supervision but feels ready for the next step in their career.

Based in Limerick City - easily accessible by public transport.

Package and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: €40,000
• Full-time Contract
• Staff Discount
• Flexible Roster
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of Retail Assistant Manager Job Limerick

• Oversee and manage daily retail floor operations, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the store.
• Supervise, lead and coordinate a team of retail sales assistants and floor staff.
• Allocate daily duties, manage staff rotas and ensure effective shift coverage.
• Motivate, train, coach and support employees to maintain high standards of performance.
• Monitor daily, weekly and monthly sales targets, KPIs and overall team performance.
• Drive sales growth through effective floor management, staff engagement and sales strategies.
• Maintain high standards of store presentation, visual merchandising, cleanliness and organisation.
• Oversee stock control, inventory management, deliveries, replenishment and regular stocktakes.
• Monitor stock discrepancies, damages, shortages and loss-prevention procedures.
• Ensure excellent customer service and professionally handle customer complaints and escalations.

Requirements for Retail Assistant Manager Job Limerick

• Minimum 5-6 years of proven professional experience exclusively within the retail industry.
• Previous experience in retail floor management, retail supervision or a senior retail leadership position is essential.
• Strong background in managing and supervising retail teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage daily store operations independently.
• Proven experience in achieving sales targets, monitoring KPIs and improving sales performance.
• Excellent knowledge of retail operations, stock control, inventory management and loss prevention.
• Experience in staff scheduling, rota planning, delegation and performance management.