Overview Job Introduction Main Responsibilities We are passionate about celebrating our customers’ life moments and are now looking for a Store Manager to join our very successful Card Factory family to help fulfil this. As a Store Manager you will have overall responsibility for the running of the store - you will thrive in a role that is challenging and demanding, focusing on maximising sales, exceeding budget targets, efficient cost controls, promoting fantastic customer service and looking for opportunities to lead, motivate and develop your team to deliver. Directly responsible for achieving budget target sales, ensuring excellent customer service is provided by all staff members Actively support, develop and train your team of colleagues to feel ‘our values’ to ensure we are helping each customer celebrate their life moments to the highest standard Continually improve store standards by ensuring the store is merchandised to Company guidelines and stock management is maintained The Ideal Candidate Are we right for you? We are Grafters at Card Factory, and we really do earn the title! The pace is fast, our standards are high and we’re proud of it! We work very hard to meet the needs of our loyal customers. We understand work – life balance and can offer flexible arrangements to suit both you and the business in certain areas. Are you right for us? The role requires someone who likes to be busy, can multitask and embraces change. Above all, you’ll be a talented retail manager who can inspire your team to be the best they can be and deliver outstanding customer service. About the Company Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland. In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer. This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey. In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.BenefitsPension15% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and onlineSave As You Earn schemeFinancial Wellbeing SupportFinancial Education ToolsSalary AdvanceSeasonal incentive schemesRetail Management Apprenticeship Programmes with local providers with access to a virtual internal network for learning togetherDiscounted gym membership, mobile phone contracts, and car leasingDiscounts across 100’s of UK retailersEmployee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeingEnhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leaveThis is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.For any questions email: vacancies@cardfactory.co.uk (we do not accept CVs/Applications via email) We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly. No agencies, please.Sportswift Ltd T/A Card FactorySalary Details: €37,054 Per Annum Location: Unit 27 Golden Island Shopping Centre Athlone co WestmeathJob Reference: cardfac/TP/1174/26409