Trainee Manager

About the Role

This position is designed to support the store's management team by assisting with all operational areas while gaining hands-on experience across various departments within the store.

Candidate Profile

• Preferably possess at least one year of retail experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and Word.
• Desirable experience in cash handling and till balancing.
• Familiarity with fresh food products is advantageous.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Competent in delegation.
• Highly motivated with a solid work ethic.
• Commercially minded with awareness of brand principles.
• A genuine passion for grocery retail.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and uphold Centra’s core brand values: pride, energy, creativity, and community focus.
• Collaborate with your team to set, monitor, and achieve sales goals related to gross profit, net margin, waste reduction, and other agreed upon KPIs.
• Participate actively in all training programs and performance reviews.
• Ensure excellent merchandising and store presentation at all times, adhering strictly to established planograms and guidelines.
• Correctly apply planograms and maintain the appropriate product assortment throughout the store.
• Develop proficiency in supply chain procedures including ordering, deliveries, stock rotation, and inventory control.
• Take charge of assigned departments with accountability.
• Embrace new methods and initiatives to improve store operations.

Additional Details

Location: Monread Road, Naas, County Kildare, Ireland.

Employment Type: Full-time, onsite role.

Salary: Available upon application.

Application deadline: 25 August 2026.