Assistant Manager

Musgrave is one of Europe's most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation.
We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace.
By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve.
We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.
Role Purpose
The purpose of this role is to assist the SuperValu Store Manager in day to day running and development of your store.
This role will work to achieve the financial targets set by the company and to increase our household penetration.
The Assistant Manager must provide clear leadership and direction, which embraces and lives the brand values and actively engage others to do the same.
Assistant Managers must constantly manage change through managing their own behaviour and attitude.
The role of Assistant Manager is to manage through knowledgeable and 'Inspired' colleagues with a 'Teamwork' ethic.
Assistant managers will work to achieve the highest standards, driving innovation and a passion for Customer Care.
The Assistant Manager must continually challenge their people's performance and ensure the 'Horizontal Matrix Management Structure' is efficiently and effectively used to achieve results.
Assistant Managers will continually enhance their knowledge and skills through further education and experiences.
Role Scope
Assistant Manager must be flexible to work in the capacity of Assistant Manager in any Store as dictated by the needs of the business.
General Management
Key Activities:
Responsible for the overall financial performance of the shop through realistic and challenging targets and supporting the Store Manager in achieving the stores financial targets.
Responsible for development, implementation and monitoring of agreed business plan and Constant management of change initiatives.
Communication and implementation of the company's strategic goals and objectives through interdependence and teamwork with support teams.
Deliver on their C.A.B. projects through interdependency with their peers.
Area of Responsibility: Colleague Management and Development
To effectively manage departments and colleagues to ensure exceptional standards are achieved at all times.
Developing and coaching of Duty Managers operational skill set through performance management and Manager forum, interdepartmental teamwork and interdependence
To ensure a team work ethic is achieved in the shop and with support teams
To take ownership for Line HR responsibility including the management of colleague performance
Area of Responsibility: Drive excellence in store standards
Ensure Food Safety is everyone's priority, responsibility and achieve a minimum A – B grade
To ensure that all company systems and procedures are implemented and managed in accordance with Best Practice
Area of Responsibility: Customer Service
To take ownership for the management of their area ensuring that all service and standards expectations are delivered on.
To ensure excellence in Customer Service at all times to include the last "50 yards".
Area of Responsibility: Self Development
Work with the Store Manager and to identify opportunities for personal growth and develop and deliver plans to meet these
Assist with company projects as and when required.
Completion of the GROW Duty Manager Development Programme
Experience, Skills and Education
Minimum Leaving Certificate or equivalent
Ideally you will have 3rd level qualification
Good analytical & numerical skills, with particular focus on Margins/Waste and Sales
Understanding of business processes and exposure to best practice in the retail industry
Broad knowledge and experience of the commercial realities within the retail sector.
Driving own performance to achieve business objectives and improve performance.
Excellent people management skills.
Lead, monitor, motivate and support team in achieving results
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly and effectively with minimum disruption
Excellent communication (both written & verbal) and interpersonal skills.
A self starter with strong drive and energy with the ambition to succeed.
A strong sense of teamwork and ability to motivate and develop others to succeed.
Passion for food and retailing
Hardworking and flexible
Strong sense of commitment and loyalty to brand.
Career Development
With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.
Collaborative Environment
Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact
Innovation Focus
Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions
Community Focus
Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.
Be Part of a Legacy
Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.
Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer.
We encourage applications from diverse candidates.
If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.
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