Trainee Manager – Non-Food Retail, Cork

Retail Trainee Manager – Cork

Are you an ambitious retail Supervisor or Team Leader ready to take the next step into management?

If yes, our client, one of Ireland’s most recognised and respected retail brands, is seeking a motivated Retail Trainee Store Manager to join one of their Cork Stores

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded retail professional looking to build a long-term career in retail management.

Working closely with the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you will receive hands-on training across store operations, commercial performance, and people leadership while developing towards a future Store Manager position in a busy, high-volume retail environment.

As Trainee Store Manager, you will support the management team in the day-to-day running of the store while developing the commercial and operational skills required to progress into senior retail management within a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Trainee Store Manager

Support the management team in delivering store KPIs across sales, productivity, and customer service Assist with the day-to-day operations of a high-volume store, ensuring high standards and smooth running Support stock management, merchandising, compliance, and health & safety procedures Lead by example on the shop floor while motivating and supporting the wider retail team Actively engage in training and development opportunities while identifying areas for operational improvement

Skills and Requirements for the Trainee Store Manager

1+ years’ experience in a retail Supervisor, Team Leader, or Management role within a fast-paced retail environment – Fashion, Non-food or Grocery all considered. Strong ambition to progress into Store Management within a high-volume retail business Positive, solution-focused attitude with the ability to work at pace and adapt to change Strong communication, organisational, and team leadership skills Commercially aware with a willingness to learn and develop operational management skills

Salary & Package:

Competitive salary package DOE Pension scheme and paid holidays Staff discounts and study assistance Structured training and career progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Trainee Store Manager to join a successful Irish retailer that genuinely invests in developing future retail leaders.