Head of Shops
Our client, a major multinational player and leading employer in the region, within the engineering components sector, is now seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Head of Shops to join their expanding dynamic team.
So, if you have experience being at the forefront of leading a group of stores to success and driving omnichannel strategy to ensure that every customer's experience is seamless, efficient, and memorable, then apply today!!
The Role:
As Head of Shops, you will oversee performance, operations, and people development, ensuring each store nationwide runs like clockwork — while helping to shape the future of how our client connects with its customers.
You will inspire and empower your teams to deliver excellence, embrace innovation, and bring our client's brand to life across all channels.
From their head office to the shop floor, and now across every contact point, our client's mission is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops with them!!
Key Responsibilities to include:
Leadership & Strategy
Lead and implement the growth strategy for the shop network, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives
Create and execute annual plans and KPI targets for all stores within the district
Support the implementation of the company strategy across the district, ensuring consistent operational standards and brand alignment
Operational & Financial Management
Oversee location strategy, including property negotiations, lease agreements, shop fit-outs, refurbishments, new openings, and re-openings, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budgets
Hold full responsibility for sales performance, cost control, and operating results within defined financial guidelines
Conduct shop tours with the Area Shop Sales Managers to monitor store performance and identify improvement opportunities
Analyse and optimise stock movements to improve product availability and minimize waste
People Management & Development
Manage all Area Shop Sales Managers and Pick Up Shop employees providing direct leadership, coaching, and performance development
Foster a positive, motivated, and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and employee engagement
Support the shop leadership team in managing, developing, and retaining talent across the network
Planning & Projects
Plan and monitor both qualitative and quantitative targets to meet regional and company goals
Oversee staffing structures and resource planning to ensure operational efficiency
Support strategic and operational projects through analysis, reporting, and constructive feedback
Prepare for and actively participate in Area Shop Sales Manager meetings, contributing insights and best practices
Skills & Experience that we need:
5-10 years plus proven management experience in a B2B, retail or multi-site environment
A strong understanding of omnichannel retail operations and customer experience integration
Proven leadership, communication, and people management skills
A strategic, analytical mindset with the ability to turn insight into action
A full Irish driving licence and flexibility to travel nationwide
The Offer:
This a permanent full-time role, with negotiable salary that will depend on the experience and qualifications of the candidate but is expected to be in region of €65K-€70K per annum, plus OTE and excellent benefits package to include company car, health, and pension contribution.
While this is a nationwide role the successful candidate must be based locally in the Limerick area or a short commute, to attend and to participate in regular management meetings in the head office in Limerick.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying or want to know more about this role please contact Orlaigh FitzGerald-Quinn in CPL Limerick on or email your CV to
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