Assistant Store Manager Job Mayo

Blue Forge Recruitment proudly represents leading, progressive retail and FMCG companies across the country. Are you an ambitious retail leader who thrives on challenge, excels in high-profile flagship environments, and loves making an impact?

We are delighted to work with one of Ireland's most progressive independent supermarket chains in the West of Ireland. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at a pivotal time for the business, following the recent acquisition of several new shops and the highly anticipated 2 million revamp due later in the year to enhance their already amazing store.

This is a high-impact retail leadership role, with over 40 team members reporting directly to you. Its a standout opportunity to drive sales, elevate store performance, and raise your professional profile. Accommodation can be provided for the right candidate who would love the opportunity to relocate to a scenic but busy town in West of Ireland. 

Package & Benefits

Salary: 60,000 + DOE, + Relocation package available to suitable applicant.

Key Responsibilities for this Assistant Store ManagerJob:

• Lead from the Front: Drive success in a high-volume, flagship store, setting the tone for operational excellence and customer experience.
• Champion Fresh Food Excellence: Take ownership of the fresh food departments, leading a team of 40+ employees to deliver efficiency, profitability, and standout standards.
• Ensure Compliance & Quality: Maintain top-tier food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in full compliance with all health regulations.
• Maximise Freshness & Profitability: Oversee product quality and freshness, implement smart rotation systems, and minimise waste to protect margins.
• Inventory Leadership: Support department heads and chargehands in accurate ordering and inventory management to strike the perfect balance between availability and waste reduction.
• Inspire & Develop Teams: Train, support, and mentor department managers and staff to foster a motivated, high-performing team culture.
• Deliver Retail Theatre: Oversee fresh food merchandising, ensuring displays are visually compelling, well-executed, and aligned with brand standards.
• Customer-First Focus: Ensure excellent service by proactively managing customer interactions, responding to queries, and exceeding expectations.
• Drive Sales Through Collaboration: Work closely with the Fresh Food leadership teams to plan and execute strategic promotions and sales-driving initiatives.
• Use Data to Win: Leverage EPOS and sales data to identify trends, optimise stock levels, and sharpen merchandising decisions.
• Build Strong Supplier Relationships: Partner with suppliers and trading teams to secure top-quality produce, equipment, and infrastructure, while ensuring all fresh food areas are fully operational and compliant.

Job Requirements for this Assistant Store Manager Job:

• Fresh Food Leadership Experience: An accomplished retailer with a track record in managing fresh food operations within a premium supermarket, flagship retail store, or high-performing food retail environment.
• Senior-Level Expertise: With at least 5 years in a senior management role, youve successfully led multiple departments and large teams, driving performance and results.
• Food Safety Know-How: You're well-versed in food safety regulations and best practices, ensuring compliance and excellence in every aspect of fresh food handling.
• Strong Communicator & People Leader: Youre a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of building trust and inspiring high-performing teams.
• Thrives Under Pressure: You excel in fast-paced, high-demand environments, consistently delivering on targets, deadlines, and compliance standardseven when the pressures on.
• Organised & Solutions-Focused: You bring a sharp eye for detail, a methodical approach to planning, and a proactive attitude when tackling challenges.
• Flexibility & Commitment: Youre available to work flexible hourswhen the business needs you most.
• Tech-Savvy Retailer: You have a solid grasp of basic computer skills and are confident using retail systems for inventory, ordering, and sales tracking.

Contact Blue Forge Recruitment at 01 4853725 or visit our website Blue Forge Recruitment | Recruitment Agency to learn more on how we can assist you in advancing your career or team. Blue Forge Recruitment is a specialist Recruitment Company, assisting Retail and FMCG companies source Retail, HR, Accountancy and Sales professionals.