Store Manager in Glenflesk

About the Role

Store Manager in Glenflesk, County Kerry, Ireland. Full-time role with Costcutter. Apply by 14 Nov 2026. Indicative HSE pay scale €60,916–€79,189.

Shape your future with Costcutter – a local brand with big opportunities. Costcutter is a dynamic and fast-growing convenience brand expanding across Ireland. Established in 2000 and proudly 100% Irish owned and operated, we are the beating heart of our community – supporting local life through everyday essentials, friendly service, and real community connection. We offer three store formats – Costcutter Food Market, Costcutter Convenience, and Costcutter High-Convenience – each tailored to meet the needs of local customers, with an extensive range and great value always at the centre of what we do. What truly sets Costcutter apart is our people. Each store is independently owned and operated by passionate local retailers who live and work in the areas they serve. Our teams bring energy, warmth, and personality to every customer interaction – it’s this people-first spirit that defines the Costcutter experience. At Costcutter, people are the heartbeat of our brand. Whether you’re starting out or stepping up, we offer genuine opportunities for growth and development. Many of our team members have built long-term careers with us, progressing into leadership roles in a supportive, hands-on environment. If you’re looking to join a brand that puts people first, values community, and is growing steadily across the country – there’s a place for you at Costcutter.

Requirements

Skills and attributes: HACCP, People Management, fresh food.

We’re looking for a store manager to oversee daily operations in [Store X] and ensure it runs smoothly and effectively. As the store manager, you will be responsible for motivating the sales team to fulfill sales goals, developing business strategies, and upholding the operational and organizational standards of the store. Additionally, you will recruit, hire, and train new staff, and take on other administrative tasks as needed, such as monitoring inventory levels. The right candidate will be an excellent communicator and demonstrate impeccable leadership skills.

Objectives of this role:

• Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
• Maintain outstanding visual merchandising standards and a welcoming store atmosphere
• Oversee sales team recruitment and shape and facilitate training processes
• Create a clean and safe store environment that complies with health and safety regulations and company standards
• Address customer complaints and concerns in a professional and timely manner
• Set a strong, professional example for mid-level managers and store associates to follow

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed reports on buying trends, customer needs, and profit margins, and present these reports to company leadership
• Conduct annual personnel performance appraisals, providing clear and actionable feedback and delivering constructive criticism to help staff improve
• Monitor inventory levels and order new items as needed
• Source, hire, train, and oversee new staff, leading by example and ensuring efficiency in the training process
• Arrange promotional material and in-store displays
• Undertake financial-planning tasks, including managing the store budget

Skills and qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to work well under pressure
• Superb organizational and time management skills
• Powerful leadership skills and an empathetic approach to management, with the ability to make important decisions
• An eye for creativity and the ability to strategize visually appealing store displays

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in a managerial position
• Working knowledge of business development best practices
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning and office management