_{23rd October, 2026}

Retail Department Manager Southwest Dublin
 
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, they are seeking an experienced Department Manager with a background in high-volume, big-box retail or DIY.
 
The store is well located within a strong commuter belt, making it a convenient option for candidates travelling from areas such as Sandyford, Carrickmines and Tallaght and surrounding areas, with good public transport links available.
 
This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning retail business that genuinely invests in its people, offering ongoing training, career progression and a positive, high-performing working environment. You'll play an important role in leading and developing the team, driving sales and commercial performance, and ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience
 

• Act as a senior member of management, supporting the Store manager to achieve sales and other commercial objectives
• Ensure your teams abide by all company policies and procedures
• Manage stock inventory, taking a proactive approach in investigating discrepancies and train staff and management on proper inventory management
• Being creative and innovative by studying and implementing advertising, sales promotion, and display plans.
• Take ownership in the store to effectively manage the stores controllable costs to keep operations profitable.
• Maintaining store staff by recruiting, selecting, and training new staff, in conjunction with the HR department.
• Dealing with customer queries and complaints as per the company policies.
• Act as a point of contact for staff grievances, requests and performance issues

• A good trek record of employment, good longevity in your work history and a Minimum of 4-5 years of retail management experience, ideally within a big box commercial retail business.
• Must be completely competent in KPI management, sales targets, budgets and shrinkage and labour spend
• Proficient using Retail IT systems to understand stock and sales trends
• Excellent people skills with the ability to lead and motivate large teams of up to 50 under your management across different departments.
• The ability to work in high-pressure situations and achieve results
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with a high level of confidence.
• A strong work ethic.

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