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Plumbing Department Manager

Location: Limerick

Work Type: Permanent / Full Time

Job Ref: 1305641

The Opportunity
This is a new, hands-on leadership role for an experienced plumbing professional or plumbing products specialist who enjoys combining technical know-how with people leadership and commercial focus. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the plumbing section, driving sales, standards and customer satisfaction.​
 
Main Responsibilities
  • Own the performance of the plumbing department, setting and achieving sales and margin targets.
  • Actively grow trade and retail sales through product expertise, add-on sales and solution-based selling.
  • Provide expert guidance on plumbing products and systems to both trade and DIY customers, including after-sales support.
  • Manage ordering, stock levels and supplier relationships to ensure strong availability and accurate inventory.
  • Maintain a well-presented, clearly merchandised plumbing area with attractive, commercial displays.
  • Train, mentor and support colleagues to build plumbing knowledge and confidence across the team.
  • Keep up to date with new products, technologies and market trends in plumbing and heating.​
Skills and Experience
  • Strong plumbing product knowledge gained in a plumbing merchant, hardware, trade counter or similar environment.
  • Track record in customer-facing sales with a professional, solutions-driven approach.
  • Experience supervising or leading a small team or section is highly desirable.
  • Confident managing stock, placing orders and coordinating with suppliers.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with both trade and retail customers.​
Package
  • Full-time, permanent position based in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick.
  • Starting salary of €45,000 with scope for increases as the department grows, plus a positive, supportive team culture and long-term development prospects.
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