Trading Team Manager Designate – Retail

About the role

The Trading Team Manager Designate will work across B&Q stores in Athlone and Galway, gaining hands‑on experience in store operations, stock management and team leadership. This 3‑6 month rotational role prepares you for a permanent store or department manager position.

Key responsibilities

• Drive commercial delivery on the sales floor, overseeing stock management, range changes and promotions.
• Conduct regular commercial reviews using sales data, loyalty insights and customer feedback.
• Coach and develop colleagues to build deep product knowledge and deliver excellent customer interactions.
• Support the implementation of store processes to ensure high availability and efficient routines.

Required profile

• Comfortable coaching and developing team members.
• Leadership mindset – lead the team rather than doing the work yourself.
• Strong organisational skills and a passion for process‑driven retail operations.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to €45,000 per year plus bonus.
• Award‑winning pension scheme and ShareSave options.
• 7 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays).
• Career development through B&Q’s internal leadership programme.
• Inclusive culture with diversity networks and wellbeing benefits.