Deputy Manager

Job title:

Deputy Manager

Company

Maxi Zoo

Job description

Who We Are:We are the #1 pet supplier in Europe with more than 15,000 employees, over 2,700 stores and pet salons, and a constantly growing digital world. But: we are not satisfied yet, because we want to make the life of pets and humans easier, better and happier every day.Driven by our vision “Happier Pets. Happier People,” we are creating a unique pet ecosystem that combines online and brick & mortar stores, digital services, data-based solutions and state-of-the-art logistics. To do this, we need ambitious people who love animals and strive to create the future – with first-class prospects for their own development. With us, the love of animals and the opportunity to develop personally and professionally are inseparable.Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer with 34 stores in the Republic of Ireland – located in Westmeath (Mullingar), Tipperary (Clonmel), Wexford (Gorey), Carlow, Waterford, Cork (Ballincollig, Blackpool, Mahon, Midleton & Turners Cross), Dublin (Blanchardstown, Coolock, Finglas, Tallaght Arena, Tallaght Belgard, Liffey Valley, Omni, Leopardstown & Nutgrove), Kildare (Naas, Newbridge & Maynooth), Wicklow (Bray), Limerick, Longford, Louth (Drogheda and Dundalk), Meath (Ashbourne and Navan), Sligo, Kerry (Tralee & Killarney) and Laois (Portlaoise).Description:Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland.Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier.We are currently recruiting for an Deputy Manager for our Leopardstown Store.Why join us?· Competitive Salary· KPI related bonus· Certified with Great Place to work· Employee Discount – we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon· Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave· Refer a friend scheme· Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path.· Community-A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals· Educational Opportunities· Annual leave – starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6.· Employee assistance programme· Cycle to work SchemeWhat you will bring:· Experienced retail professional with a proven track record in deputy management roles· Ability to step up and lead with warmth and empathy, ensuring smooth operations even in the manager’s absence.· A hunger for growth, eagerness to learn and eventually lead as one of our future store managers· Customer service is your passion, organisation your strength – ensuring every customer experience is exceptional.· Strong communication skills and a commitment to our company values are a must.What you will do:· Operational Store Excellence-Ensure adherence to store processes, regulations, and KPIs while supporting the Store Manager in analysing and improving results.· Customer Engagement- Ensure your team enrich customers’ experiences with personalised advice and uphold a welcoming, tidy store atmosphere.· Leadership- Empower your team’s growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect.· Merchandising and Inventory- Ensure impeccably stocked shelves, use of correct planograms, ensuring accurate inventory management.· Brand Integrity -Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. Maxi Zoo Ireland advocates responsible pet ownership.INDHPSkills and attributes:

• Leadership
• Sales
• Store Management
• Team Building
• Customer Care
• Passionate
• Retail Manager
• Retail Sales
• team managment
• store manager
• Assistant Store Manager
• Manager
• manage
• deputy

Expected salary

€33000 – 35000 per year

Location

Dublin

Job date

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 03:47:17 GMT

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