Retail Assistant Manager: Lead Team & Sales Growth

Centra; Ennis; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra in Ennis is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead store operations and deliver high-quality customer service. You will work with the Store Manager to achieve sales targets, manage the team, and maintain store standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

We seek an energetic leader with strong communication, cash handling, and brand-driven mindset who can drive profitability while upholding Centra values and customer care.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in a relevant position is desirable.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Experience balancing cash/tills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good delegation skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Delegation

KPI awareness

Retail experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Centra in Ennis is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead store operations and deliver high-quality customer service. You will work with the Store Manager to achieve sales targets, manage the team, and maintain store standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

We seek an energetic leader with strong communication, cash handling, and brand-driven mindset who can drive profitability while upholding Centra values and customer care.