22nd October, 2026
Retail Store Manager Co. Westmeath
Blue Forge Recruitment proudly partners with some of the most progressive and respected Retail and FMCG companies across Ireland. Our client is a household name in the Non-Food Retail sector, with high-profile stores nationwide and an exciting growth strategy for 2027 and beyond. Following a successful 2026 for the business, they are seeking an experienced Store Manager with a background in high-volume, big-box retail to lead one of their stores in Westmeath. This is an exciting senior management opportunity within a successful, high-volume retail environment, overseeing a large trading floor of over 15,000 sq. ft. with weekly sales exceeding €200,000. You will play a key role in driving store performance, leading and developing a management team of 4-8 people and a wider team of over 50 colleagues. The focus will be on growing sales, improving profitability, maintaining excellent store standards and ensuring the team delivers a consistently outstanding customer experience.
You will be joining an award-winning retail leader with a strong reputation for developing its people and making a positive impact in the community. To be considered for this opportunity, you will need proven experience in a senior retail management role, strong commercial awareness and the ability to lead a large team in a fast-paced retail environment
Package and Benefits
- Competitive Salary: upwards of €70,000 DOE + 20% Bonus
- Full-time Contract
- Generous Staff Discounts
- Wellness Programs
- 3rd level education opportunities
- Health Care
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Responsibilities of Retail Store Manager Co. Westmeath
- Take full ownership of store performance, including sales, margin, costs and KPIs.
- Lead, coach and develop the store management team and wider staff.
- Ensure company policies, procedures and health and safety standards are followed throughout the store.
- Oversee stock control, inventory accuracy and shrinkage, investigating and resolving any issues.
- Drive sales through effective merchandising, promotions, product displays and local market knowledge.
- Manage staff rosters, payroll budgets and recruitment to meet the needs of the business.
- Deliver excellent customer service and handle escalated customer queries and complaints professionally.
- Handle employee relations matters, including performance management, in line with company policy.
- Report on store performance to senior management and contribute to wider business plans.
Requirements for Retail Store Manager Co. Westmeath
- Minimum 7-8 years of retail management experience in big box retail. Ideally experience already as a Store Manager or senior Deputy Store Manager, leading teams upwards of 30 staff with a background of leading other managers in stores exceeding sales more than €6 million per year.
- Proven track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
- Proven experience managing P&L, budgets, stock control and sales performance.
- Confident using retail systems and reporting tools, must be able to demonstrate a strong commercial acumen
- Excellent organisational, planning and decision-making skills, ability to work a high level in a pressured customer facing environment
- Flexible to work management shifts, including openings and closes (typically between 9am and 9pm).
Contact Blue Forge Recruitment for more info at 01 4853725 or check out our website: Blue Forge Recruitment | Recruitment Agency. Blue Forge Recruitment is a specialist Recruitment Company, assisting Retail and FMCG companies source Retail, HR, Accountancy and Sales professionals. Contact us on how we can assist you.
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