Deputy Store Manager Kildare Confidential Client | Premium Performance Sportswear Brand We are currently partnering with a premium performance sportswear brand to recruit an experienced and commercially driven Deputy Store Manager for their Kildare location .
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong retail leader who is passionate about sport, performance, and premium customer experience, and who enjoys supporting store performance through people development, operational excellence, and brand standards .
The Role As Deputy Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager in the day-to-day leadership and commercial performance of the store, acting as a role model for both service and standards.
You will play a key role in driving sales, customer experience, visual presentation, and team engagement, while stepping up to lead the store in the Store Manager's absence.
Key Responsibilities Commercial Sales Performance Support the delivery of store sales targets and KPIs Analyse performance and identify opportunities to drive conversion, ATV, and UPT Lead the team on the shop floor, setting the pace for service and selling standards Support the execution of promotions, launches, and trading priorities Team Leadership Development Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of team members Coach and develop the team to deliver high-performance selling and customer experience Support performance management, feedback, and development planning Act as a strong role model for behaviour, attitude, and brand values Customer Experience Deliver a premium, performance-led customer journey aligned with brand standards Handle customer feedback and complaints professionally and effectively Drive a culture of customer focus, product knowledge, and service excellence Visual Merchandising Brand Standards Support the implementation and maintenance of VM guidelines and floor layouts Ensure the store environment is clean, commercial, and on-brand at all times Support seasonal floor moves, new product launches, and promotional changes Operations Compliance Support day-to-day store operations including stock control, deliveries, and back-of-house organisation Ensure compliance with health safety, security, and company procedures Support rota planning, payroll accuracy, and administrative tasks About You Previous experience as a Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager / Senior Supervisor in a premium or performance-led retail environment Strong commercial awareness with the ability to drive sales and KPIs Confident people leader with experience coaching and motivating teams Passion for sport, performance, and premium brands Strong communication and organisational skills Flexible to work across a rotating rota including weekends For more information get in touch today on *********** / #retailcareer