Line Manager - Tipperary

About the role

Tesco Ireland is looking for a Line Manager to lead a department and its team, helping to deliver an excellent shopping experience for customers. The position reports to the Deputy Manager and plays a key part in keeping the store running well and serving shoppers better every day. Tesco is a values-driven business focused on building a better experience for customers and colleagues, while supporting professional growth and leadership.

What you will do

• Create a positive, welcoming atmosphere for both colleagues and customers.
• Take charge of the store when the Store Manager or Deputy Manager is unavailable.
• Make sure team members are trained, assessed, and confident in their responsibilities.
• Promote open communication and a culture built on trust and collaboration.
• Coach and guide colleagues so daily priorities are completed on time and customer needs are met.
• Use reports and systems to identify improvements for customers and colleagues.
• Support a zero food waste culture by monitoring date codes and preventing edible food from being wasted.
• Recruit strong team members who are motivated to deliver great customer service.
• Understand store cleaning standards and ensure your team follows them, leading by example where needed.
• Oversee stock control, warehouse layout, and related processes so routines are completed correctly the first time.
• Investigate pricing issues, overcharges, refunds, and label routines so customers are charged correctly.
• Manage front-end operations to reduce customer queues.
• Recognise strong service, give positive feedback, and address service issues when standards are not met.

What you need

You should be comfortable taking ownership in a fast-moving retail environment and have a strong track record of delivering for customers and colleagues. The role calls for someone adaptable, proactive, and able to influence at a senior level. Previous retail experience in a similar position is preferred.

• Passion for doing the right thing for customers and colleagues.
• Flexible and agile approach to changing priorities.
• Proven ability to deliver key objectives in a busy environment.
• Confidence as the main point of contact for department-related queries.
• Ability to shape decisions and influence senior stakeholders.
• Prior retail experience in a similar leadership role is an advantage.

Benefits

• Starting salary from €37,500.
• Bonus scheme, subject to scheme rules.
• Colleague Clubcard discounts: 10% off in stores and online, 15% off on selected weekends once a month from Friday to Sunday, and 20% off twice a year; 20% off F&F clothing all year, with the option to extend discounts to one family member through a second Clubcard.
• Life assurance.
• Pension scheme, subject to eligibility and scheme rules.
• Save As You Earn scheme, subject to scheme rules.
• Paid family leave.
• Bike to Work support.
• Long service awards.
• Commuter scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives.

About Tesco Ireland

Tesco’s purpose is to serve customers, communities, and the planet a little better every day. The company has operated in the Irish retail market since 1997 and has a large nationwide presence, working with Irish suppliers and supporting communities through initiatives such as the Tesco Community Fund, Children’s Health Foundation, FoodCloud, and Stronger Starts. Tesco also promotes an inclusive workplace where colleagues are encouraged to be themselves and flexible working conversations are welcomed.

Additional information

Entry requirements and scheme rules apply to certain benefits. Tesco welcomes discussions about flexible working arrangements during the application process. Accessibility support is available for candidates who need it.