Retail Assistant (Agri Sector) Location: Co Kilkenny Full Time / Permanent Role 5 Days - 9am - 6pm Optimize Recruitment are proud to partner with our client, a well-established retailer specializing in outdoor products, to recruit a Retail Assistant for their Kilkenny location. This is a customer-facing retail position focused on delivering a safe, welcoming, and professional shopping experience. You will support day-to-day store operations, assist customers with product enquiries, and help maintain high standards across the shop floor and stock areas. The successful candidate will have: Fashion Retail / Outdoor Retail Experience (Advantageous) A genuine interest in outdoor or country pursuits A customer-first mindset with a friendly, professional approach Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team The ability to stay calm, organised, and efficient in a busy retail environment Confidence handling customer queries and resolving issues appropriately High attention to detail, particularly around stock handling and security procedures Flexibility and reliability Previous retail experience (an advantage, but not essential as full training is provided) Forklift experience (desirable but not required) Key Responsibilities Welcoming customers and providing knowledgeable, courteous assistance Answering product questions and helping customers find suitable items Processing sales accurately through the till system Keeping shelves, displays, and stock areas tidy and well organised Supporting stock control activities, including stocktakes Following all security, safety, and store procedures at all times Escalating complex customer issues to senior team members when necessary Assisting other areas of the business, including occasional support in the café All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval. Job Ref Number: OR-14495 Skills: Customer Service Sales Retail Management Benefits: Pension Fund