About the job
Join Intersport Elverys, a leading and innovative name in the sports retail industry, proudly maintaining a network of 44 stores across Ireland. We are passionate advocates for Irish sports, supporting participation from grassroots to elite levels, including partnerships with renowned teams and events such as Mayo GAA and the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon. Our mission extends beyond sponsorship; we aim to foster a healthier, more active Ireland by investing in the communities where sports thrive.
Role Overview:
The Assistant Store Manager plays a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and enhancing sales performance within our stores. You will act as the deputy to the Store Manager, ensuring that the store runs smoothly and meets its targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the Store Manager when needed.
Oversee daily operations, focusing on sales, customer service, staff management, security, health & safety, and stock control.
Achieve and surpass sales targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Assist in financial management, including cash handling, payroll, budgeting, and systems administration (e.g., TMS, SAP).
Enhance Visual Merchandising to inspire and educate customers.
Recruit, train, coach, and manage staff in accordance with company policies to ensure fairness and consistency.
Manage employee absences, including conducting return-to-work interviews.
Take charge of designated responsibilities assigned by the Store Manager.
Ensure staff are effectively allocated to key service areas and have daily tasks to complete.
Maintain vigilance regarding security and follow protocols to deter theft and protect inventory.
Promote Health & Safety compliance among staff, ensuring they are adequately trained to follow procedures.
Maintain high store standards to meet business audit requirements.
Act as a key holder and respond to alarm activations.
Provide coverage for other stores as necessary.
Perform any other tasks essential for the successful operation of the store.
