[ref. m32969122] Area Manager | Retail | Carlow and Laois New

• Starting Salary: €74,000, rising to €114,000 after 3 years
• Contract: Full-time, Permanent

As an Operations Manager, you’ll be instrumental in overseeing the performance and operations of multiple stores within your assigned area.

We’re seeking driven, strategic retail professionals with a proven ability to deliver results. You bring more than experience—you bring energy, innovation, and a passion for developing high-performing teams in dynamic environments.

In return, we’ll accelerate your growth with competitive rewards and clear career progression opportunities.

• Lead and support Store Managers across your territory
• Drive team motivation, efficiency, and collaboration
• Develop and coach your management teams
• Analyse stock, sales, and KPIs to maximise performance
• Conduct store visits, audits, and cash management checks
• Oversee new store openings, refurbishments, and re-openings
• Deliver annual business plans and staffing structures
• Implement company strategy within your territory

• Minimum of 3 years' management experience
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel within territory/area
• Excellent organisational, communication, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams in a high-performance setting
• Experience in a fast-paced retail or operational environment
• Area or multi-site management experience is an advantage

• €84,000, rising to €114,000 after 3 years
• Company pension, medical insurance and fully expensed company car
• 25 days annual leave plus additional family-friendly benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme & wellbeing support
• Career progression
• Structured training and ongoing professional development

Ready to lead, grow, and shape the future of retail? Apply today.