Retail Department Manager
Our client, a reputable Irish retail chain renowned for its extensive product selection and commitment to staff growth, is seeking a Department Manager for their North Dublin location. This role presents an exciting opportunity for experience managers from fashion, grocery, or non-food sectors who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and leading high-performing teams. With a strong emphasis on training, career advancement, and employee well-being, this retailer offers more than just a job-it provides a long-term career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Key responsibilities as Retail Department Manager
1. Inspire and mentor your department team to reach and surpass sales targets while delivering operational excellence
2. Maintain and elevate visual merchandising standards, crafting an inviting and high-impact store presentation.
3. Monitor sales performance, pinpoint growth opportunities, and pivot strategies to maximise results.
4. Work closely with head office and buying teams to balance stock levels, manage margins, and curate relevant product categories
5. Provide ongoing training and support to your team, ensuring they possess the confidence and skills to excel.
6. Champion product knowledge and service excellence to drive conversion rates and enhance the customer experience.
Skills and Qualities essential for this Retail Department Manager role
7. At least three years of management experience in fashion, non‑food, or grocery retail-demonstrating adaptability across different retail environments
8. A strong and motivating leader, skilled in guiding large teams and delivering consistent performance outcomes
9. Excellent commercial awareness, strong visual merchandising capabilities, and customer-focused service delivery
10. Track record of leading teams to not only meet but exceed sales targets and key performance indicators
11. Superior organisational, multitasking, and operational planning abilities to ensure efficient department management
Package & Salary
12. Salary: 37k
13. Pension
14. Bonus
15. Sick Pay scheme
16. Maternity/ Parental leaves
17. Wellness initiatives
18. Every second weekend off/ on
19. 39 hour contract
20. Excellent progression opportunities