Assistant Manager

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We are an award winning retail Forecourt Service Station and we are now recruiting for an experienced Assistant Store Manager for our store O' Brien's Service Station, Bandon Road , Bishopstown.

Full Job Description

Main purpose of the role:
Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• 4+ years` experience in a retail management position
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Experience balancing cash/tills
• Excellent communication skills
• Good delegation skills
• Highly driven with a strong work ethic
• An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets
• Commerciality and brand awareness
• Passion for grocery retail
• Thrive in a fast-paced working environment.

Main duties

• Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with the General Manager
• Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store
• Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard
• Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace
• Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment
• Support the General Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store
• Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement
• Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy
• Understand achieving margins in all departments
• Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cork, CO. Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person