Assistant Manager – Supermarket – Dublin South
Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting an Assistant Manager on behalf of our client's supermarket in south Dublin. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced retail professional to support store leadership, drive high operational standards, and play a key role in the day-to-day success of a high-performing store.
Salary: €40k – €45k
Responsibilities:
1. Support the Store Manager in the daily operation of the supermarket, ensuring smooth and efficient store performance
2. Lead, motivate, and supervise staff on shift to deliver excellent customer service and maintain store standards
3. Assist with staff training, coaching, and performance management
4. Drive sales, margins, and profitability while supporting cost and waste control initiatives
5. Ensure strong store presentation, merchandising, and product availability
6. Support stock control, ordering, and inventory management
7. Ensure full compliance with health & safety, food safety, and company policies
8. Act as Duty Manager in the Store Manager's absence
9. Handle customer queries and issues professionally and efficiently
Requirements:
10. Previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Duty Manager, or Supervisor within supermarket, grocery, or convenience retail
11. Strong leadership and people-management skills with a hands-on approach
12. Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
13. Commercial awareness with experience working toward KPIs and targets
14. Customer-focused with a strong understanding of retail standards
15. Flexible to work across store trading hours, including weekends