Commercial Services Coordinator
Are you a Commercial Services Coordinator looking for a new career challenge in the Limerick Region? Have you retail management experience with a real passion for customer service and sales?
Our client, a dynamic and high-profile employer in the Limerick region, are seeking to recruit an experienced Commercial Services Coordinator to join the team at their new store which is opening shortly.
The Role
The Commercial Services Coordinator is a member of the Information & Services team reporting directly to the Senior Coordinator/ Head of Centre Operations. This role oversees the day-to-day management of the store in Limerick. The ideal candidate will also support the Senior Coordinator in the delivery of services within the Information & Services Department and organisational strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities to include:
· Day-to-day management of the store
· Responsible for sourcing suppliers, stock purchases and negotiating stock costs and margins, for both the store and online store.
· Ensure stock levels are maintained and maintain contact with suppliers to ensure maximum efficiency in sales.
· Coordinating and ordering bespoke clothing for Class Reps & Clubs and Societies.
· Daily Reconciliation of POS system /stock management system and reporting on same
· Ensure all products and displays are merchandised effectively to maximize sales and profitability
· Supervision and training of all store staff
· Develop strategies to deliver excellent customer service, drive store sales, increase profitability, and create store policies and marketing programs that will increase sales and grow the existing customer base
· Secure merchandise by implementing security systems and measures to avoid stock loss and shrinkage
· Maintain high store standards and conditions and foster a positive environment
· Analyse sales figures to forecast future sales and interpret trends to facilitate planning.
· Respond to customer queries or complaints
· Detailed understanding of pricing strategies, price points and maximising sales profitability
Skills & Experience that we need
· Strong experience, insight and awareness of trends in the leisure clothing market
· Retail Management experience of between 3-5 years
· Strong negotiating skills with suppliers, understanding of margins, pricing points, supply chains, lead times etc.
· A relevant 3rd level or professional qualification preferably in business administration, marketing or retail management
· Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask
· Inventory management experience
· Financial acumen
· An understanding of the higher education / not for profit / charity sectors
· Excellent planning and organisational skills with a focus on attention to detail
· Ability to provide strong and effective leadership and direction to staff and demonstrate team management skills, which motivate and inspire staff
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Good administrative, organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise projects as appropriate and work to deadlines, as required
· Strong Microsoft Office skills
· Ability to work well in a busy and fast-paced environment
· Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
The Offer
This is a permanent role with an expected salary scale for the successful candidate ranging from €€39,003K-€52,216K per annum, depending on the candidate’s experience, plus benefits package.
This is a full-time position with core office hours and a requirement for flexibility to work some unsocial hours as and when required and will be based fully onsite in Limerick.
This role offers you the opportunity to work in an exciting and progressive environment.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, or want to know more about this role please contact,
Orlaigh FitzGerald-Quinn in Cpl Limerick on 085 801 7135 or email your CV to [email protected].
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