Deputy Manager - Clare/Limerick

Role overview

Tesco Ireland is hiring a Deputy Manager for the Clare/Limerick area. This senior store position works alongside the Store Manager and helps keep the store running smoothly each day. The role sits close to the action of the business and reports directly to the Store Manager.

What you will do

• Oversee everyday store activity and support the team through coaching and hands-on management so customers receive excellent service, products remain available, and the store leaves a strong impression.
• Take full responsibility for the store whenever the Store Manager is away.
• Act as the main point of contact for colleagues’ day-to-day questions when their line manager is unavailable.
• Drive clear communication across the store and encourage open, two-way dialogue.
• Understand the store’s Big 6 priorities and guide the team toward achieving the required targets.
• Coach colleagues and manage priorities so the right people are in the right place at the right time to meet customer demand.
• Review reports and systems and use the findings to improve outcomes for both customers and colleagues.
• Set the standard for others by demonstrating Tesco values in day-to-day behaviour.
• Lead replenishment activity to improve availability, merchandising and shelf-edge presentation.
• Help create a welcoming and motivating environment for customers and colleagues.

What the role calls for

• Hands-on experience in retail management is essential.
• A genuine interest in working with people and serving customers.
• Confidence in leading teams and managing day-to-day performance.
• A flexible mindset with the ability to adapt, make decisions and deal with change.
• Strong planning skills with the ability to organise, prioritise and manage several tasks and deadlines at once.
• Proven problem-solving ability with a creative approach to resolving a broad range of issues.
• Clear communication and the ability to influence others effectively.

Rewards and benefits

• Starting salary from €42,000.
• Eligibility for a bonus scheme, subject to scheme rules.
• Access to a virtual GP service with free and confidential video consultations and online prescriptions for colleagues, plus access for family members at a reduced cost if they live at the same address.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme support for colleagues and family members, including immediate emotional support and wellbeing services.
• Colleague Clubcard discounts: 10% in stores and online, 15% on weekends once a month from Friday to Sunday, and 20% off twice a year; 20% off F&F clothing year-round; benefits can be extended to a family member with a second Clubcard, subject to rules.
• Life assurance.
• Pension plan, subject to scheme rules.
• Save As You Earn scheme, subject to scheme rules.
• Paid family leave.
• Bike to Work support.
• Long service awards.
• Commuter scheme.

About Tesco

Tesco’s aim is to be a customer’s favourite way to shop, whether they shop in store, at home or while on the move. The company’s purpose is to serve customers, communities and the planet a little better every day. Its approach to serving goes beyond simple transactions and includes responsible and sustainable business practices for stakeholders, communities and the environment.

Tesco Ireland has been active in the Irish retail market since 1997. With 170 stores across the country, it employs more than 13,000 people and supports almost 45,000 jobs directly and indirectly. The business works with more than 500 Irish suppliers, most of them small and medium-sized enterprises, supporting nearly 13,000 farming families. It is the largest buyer of Irish food and drink in the world, purchasing €1.6 billion each year.

The company also highlights its work with the Tesco Community Fund, Children’s Health Foundation, FoodCloud and the Stronger Starts programme, through which it has supported over 21,000 community groups, raised more than €7.5 million for medical equipment, and provided almost 15 million meals to people facing food insecurity.

Inclusion and flexibility

Tesco says it is committed to an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves. The company welcomes conversations about flexible working and aims to support people at different life stages, including those starting out, carers, parents, and those nearing retirement.

The recruitment process is intended to be accessible and inclusive. Candidates who need reasonable adjustments or additional support are encouraged to get in touch with the recruitment team by email.

Additional information

This role is based in the Limerick Metropolitan Area and requires on-site working. The salary statement provided in the source is a minimum starting figure of €42,000. No vacancy count, notice period or start date was specified.