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Choice Stores is a leading retailer known for its commitment to quality, value and outstanding customer service, whilst creating a positive, supportive environment for our teams. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a proactive and motivated Team Leader to join our team. This role is perfect for someone with a strong leadership spirit and a desire to take their retail career to the next level. What we offer: · Competitive salary and incentives · Generous employee discount · Opportunity for career growth and development · Education opportunities · A dynamic and support work environment · Employee Assistance Programme · 20 days annual leave · Cycle to Work scheme Key Responsibilities: · Lead, motivate and support the team to ensure targets are met and exceeded · Provide hands on coaching and guidance to team members, ensuring high standards of customer service · Assist in daily store operations, including stock replenishment, merchandising and store layout · Act as a point of contact for customers, resolving any issues or complaints with professionalism and efficiency · Support in staff recruitment, training and performance management · Drive sales initiatives, promotions, and instore activities to maximise business performance · Help maintain a positive, energetic and collaborative team environment · Ensure store compliance with health, safety and company policies Requirements: · Previous retail experience, with some leadership or supervisory experience ideally in a FMCG/Big Box retail setting · Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a team · A proactive, positive attitude and ability to take ownership of tasks · Exceptional customer service skills with a passion for retail · Strong organisational and problem solving abilities · Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time effectively · Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Keyholder
Choice Stores is a leading retailer known for its commitment to quality, value and outstanding customer service, whilst creating a positive, supportive environment for our teams. We are seeking a reliable and responsible Keyholder to join our team. As a Keyholder, you will play a vital role in the store’s daily operations, ensuring the store is opened and closed efficiently while supporting the team in providing excellent customer service. What we offer: · Competitive hourly rate and incentives · Generous employee discount · Opportunity for career growth and development · Education opportunities · A dynamic and support work environment · Employee Assistance Programme · 20 days annual leave (pro rata for part time staff) · Cycle to Work scheme Key Responsibilities: · Open and close the store, ensuring security procedures are followed · Oversee the store during opening and closing times, ensuring a smooth transition between shifts · Support and supervise the team in providing excellent customer service · Assist with stock replenishment, inventory management and merchandising · Handle cash management, including till operations, banking and cashing up · Ensure health, safety and security policies are adhered to at all times · Assist in training and development of new team members · Support the Management team with daily operational tasks as need Experience: · Previous retail experience, preferably in a supervisory or Keyholder roleideally in a FMCG/Big Box retail setting · Strong reliability, trustworthiness and ability to work independently · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Strong organisational and time management skills · Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail and store presentation · Comfortable handling cash and ensuring security procedures are followed · Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Keyholder
Choice Stores is a leading retailer known for its commitment to quality, value and outstanding customer service, whilst creating a positive, supportive environment for our teams. We are seeking a reliable and responsible Keyholder to join our team. As a Keyholder, you will play a vital role in the store’s daily operations, ensuring the store is opened and closed efficiently while supporting the team in providing excellent customer service. What we offer: · Competitive hourly rate and incentives · Generous employee discount · Opportunity for career growth and development · Education opportunities · A dynamic and support work environment · Employee Assistance Programme · 20 days annual leave (pro rata for part time staff) · Cycle to Work scheme Key Responsibilities: · Open and close the store, ensuring security procedures are followed · Oversee the store during opening and closing times, ensuring a smooth transition between shifts · Support and supervise the team in providing excellent customer service · Assist with stock replenishment, inventory management and merchandising · Handle cash management, including till operations, banking and cashing up · Ensure health, safety and security policies are adhered to at all times · Assist in training and development of new team members · Support the Management team with daily operational tasks as need Experience: · Previous retail experience, preferably in a supervisory or Keyholder roleideally in a FMCG/Big Box retail setting · Strong reliability, trustworthiness and ability to work independently · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Strong organisational and time management skills · Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail and store presentation · Comfortable handling cash and ensuring security procedures are followed · Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Team Leader
We’re opening our doors soon in Tullamore, and we’re looking for Team Leaders to help us launch in style! If you’ve got energy, enthusiasm, and love being where the action is—this iob is for you. Choice Stores is a leading retailer known for its commitment to quality, value and outstanding customer service, whilst creating a positive, supportive environment for our teams. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a proactive and motivated Team Leader to join our team. This role is perfect for someone with a strong leadership spirit and a desire to take their retail career to the next level. What we offer: · Competitive salary and incentives · Generous employee discount · Opportunity for career growth and development · Education opportunities · A dynamic and support work environment · Employee Assistance Programme · 20 days annual leave · Cycle to Work scheme Key Responsibilities: · Lead, motivate and support the team to ensure targets are met and exceeded · Provide hands on coaching and guidance to team members, ensuring high standards of customer service · Assist in daily store operations, including stock replenishment, merchandising and store layout · Act as a point of contact for customers, resolving any issues or complaints with professionalism and efficiency · Support in staff recruitment, training and performance management · Drive sales initiatives, promotions, and instore activities to maximise business performance · Help maintain a positive, energetic and collaborative team environment · Ensure store compliance with health, safety and company policies Requirements: · Previous retail experience, with some leadership or supervisory experience ideally in a FMCG/Big Box retail setting · Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a team · A proactive, positive attitude and ability to take ownership of tasks · Exceptional customer service skills with a passion for retail · Strong organisational and problem solving abilities · Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time effectively · Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Assistant Manager
NEW STORE OPENING – JOIN OUR TEAM! Be part of something BIG from day one! We’re opening our doors soon in Tullamore, and we’re looking for an experienced Assistant Manager to help us launch in style! If you’ve got energy, enthusiasm, and love being where the action is—this iob is for you. Choice Stores is a leading retailer known for its commitment to quality, value and outstanding customer service, whilst creating a positive, supportive environment for our teams. As a fast growing established retailer, we are looking for an experienced and driven Assistant Store Manager to support the daily operations of our store and assist in leading a dedicated team. What we offer: · Competitive salary and incentives · Generous employee discount · Opportunity for career growth and development · Education opportunities · A dynamic and support work environment · Employee Assistance Programme · 20 days annual leave · Cycle to Work scheme Key Responsibilities: · Support the Store Manager in the day to day operations of the store · Lead by example and motivate the team to achieve sales targets and provide excellent customer service · Ensure the store is fully stocked, organised and merchandised to Company standards · Manage daily staff tasks, training and development to ensure optimal performance · Handle customer enquiries and resolve any issues promptly and professionally · Maintain inventory control and ensuring accurate stock levels · Assist with recruitment and onboarding of new team members · Drive in store promotions and sales activity to boost store performance · Ensure compliance with health, safety and store policies Experience: · Proven experience in retail management or Assistant Manager role ideally in a FMCG/Big Box retail setting · Strong leadership and team management skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · A passion for customer service and delivering an outstanding shopping experience · Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment · Strong problem solving abilities and attention to detail · Flexibility to work early morning, evenings and weekends CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Sales Assistants
NEW STORE OPENING – JOIN OUR TEAM! Be part of something BIG from day one! We’re opening our doors soon in Tullamore, and we’re looking for Sales Assistants to help us launch in style! If you’ve got energy, enthusiasm, and love being where the action is—this iob is for you. Choice Stores is a leading retailer known for its commitment to quality, value and outstanding customer service, whilst creating a positive, supportive environment for our teams. We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Sales Assistant to join our team. As a Sales Assistant, you will provide exceptional customer service, assist with stock replenishment, and maintain the high merchandising standards of the store. If you have high energy and a passion for retail, then this is the role for you. What we offer: · Competitive hourly rate and incentives · Generous employee discount · Opportunity for career growth and development · Education opportunities · A dynamic and support work environment · Employee Assistance Programme · 20 days annual leave (pro rata for part time staff) · Cycle to Work scheme Key Responsibilities: · Provide a high level of customer service · Maintain the store’s merchandising and product displays · Process transactions and handle cash · Assist with stock replenishment and inventory management · Provide expert advice on our range of products · Ensure the store is well maintained and products are displayed effectively Experience: · Previous retail experience, ideally in a FMCG/Big Box retail setting · Passion for customer service · Strong communication skills · Ability to work as part of a team · Ability to work in a fast paced environment · Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Warehouse Team Leader
Your role as a Warehouse Team Leader will be all about making sure every customer receives the very best service, this includes the end customer in our stores and internal customers onsite which include your colleagues on the warehouse floor and colleagues from the other departments onsite. You will lead a team and we expect you to take huge pride in what you do, by picking orders for our stores accurately, in a fast-paced manner while adhering to Company policies and overseeing the site. Expectations include, good timekeeping and attendance, Health and Safety compliance, flexibility especially during busy periods, teamwork, knowledge sharing, ability to work in teams and to also show initiative. In return you will receive coaching and development in your role, continuous learning and opportunities to further your career when you achieve performance targets set by your Line Manger. Choice is an Irish owned and operated family business that has been trading successfully in Ireland for over 40 years. Thanks to our loyal customers we have expanded and developed over that time, and now employ over 300 people in our stores, head office and 2 distribution centres. Our ethos is to offer a large variety of quality products at the lowest prices possible, we always give our customers more choice and more value. General and Task Management CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Warehouse Operative
Choice Stores, a rapidly growing retail company, is searching for dedicated and hardworking Warehouse Operatives to join our amazing team. If you're passionate about logistics and looking to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Buyer
Choice is an Irish owned and operated family business that has been trading successfully in Ireland for over 40 years. Thanks to our loyal customers we have expanded and developed over that time, and now employ over 300 people in our stores, head office and 2 distribution centres. Our ethos is to offer a large variety of quality products at the lowest prices possible, we always give our customers more choice and more value. The role of the Buyer is an excellent opportunity to grow and develop within the Company and become a valued member of the procurement team. You will be responsible for the procurement of products and providing purchasing support to the rest of the team. You will work to enhance the offering to our customers. Developing relationships with new and existing suppliers whilst ensuring maximum value and efficiency for the business. The successful candidate will have integrity and be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Conservation Cleaner
The Role The duties of the Conservation Cleaner (General Operative Band 3 (Rural)) are wide and varied. The primary function of the job holder will be to carry out duties relating to conservation cleaning duties for all areas within Castletown House and its ancillary buildings. The successful candidate will adhere to the cleaning programme in place which specifies cleaning requirements for same areas / individual rooms and to always maintain the standard required. The successful candidates will be based at Castletown House, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, and may be required to work at other OPW sites as and when directed by management. The hours of attendance will be determined by local management requirements. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates, must possess the following, at the closing date: Reporting Relationship The Conservation Cleaner (GO Band 3 (Rural) reports to the Service Manager/Foreperson/Office and Stores Supervisor and to any other person to whom authority has been assigned and/or delegated. This job description is intended as a general guide to the range of duties and it is neither definitive nor restrictive. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 41 or a Stamp 5 visa; 1 Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for the Office of Public Works. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise the Office of Public Works and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for reemployment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Pay The Conservation Cleaner - General Operative Grade 3 (Rural) pay scale, based on a 39-hour week, as and from 1st March 2025, is as follows: €656.12 - €798.93
