Store Manager

Job description

Store Manager – Retail Fashion

Location: Killarney, Co. Kerry

Our client, is currently recruiting a Store Manager to lead a busy store in Killarney. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced retail leader, or a strong Assistant Manager ready to take the next step, to join a stable business with a strong presence in the Irish market.

The Role
As Store Manager, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day performance of the store. You will lead, coach, and develop your management team and wider store team, ensuring strong commercial performance, high operational standards, and an excellent customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the management team and wider store team to achieve sales and KPI targets

• Take ownership of all aspects of store performance including sales, labour, stock control, and shrinkage

• Deliver consistently high standards of customer service and brand presentation

• Recruit, train, and develop team members, building strong succession plans

• Manage rotas, payroll, and labour planning in line with budget

• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and company policies

• Analyse performance data and implement action plans to drive continuous improvement

• Act as a positive ambassador for the business within the local community

About You

• Proven experience as a Store Manager, or an experienced Assistant Manager ready to step up

• Background in fast-paced retail environments

• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing KPIs

• Confident people manager with the ability to lead, coach, and develop teams

• Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing competing priorities

• Customer-focused with a passion for retail and team engagement

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to lead a well-established store in a high-footfall location

• Supportive structure with autonomy at store level

• Clear focus on people development and progression