Job Introduction
Store Location: Market Sq, Mallow, Cork
Store Hours: 42.5
Lead the way at cardfactory, where special moments come to life.
As a Store Manager, you’ll be at the heart of it all — guiding a team, shaping a positive culture, and creating a space where people feel supported, valued, and inspired.
You’ll coach, motivate, and celebrate wins — big and small. With a customer-first mindset, you’ll bring energy and confidence to every decision, using data to keep things on track and moving forward.
Main Responsibilities
You’ll take the lead day to day — building a brilliant team, setting clear direction, and creating a workplace where people thrive. From hiring and coaching to merchandising and payroll, you’ll take ownership and make things happen.
You’ll also work closely with your District and Regional Managers, always looking for ways to grow, improve, and celebrate success.
The Ideal Candidate
What We’re Looking For:
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Leadership experience – You’ve led teams and know how to bring out their best.
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Inspiring presence – You lead by example and build a high-performing culture.
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People-first mindset – You coach, support, and help others grow.
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Strong communicator – You listen, speak clearly, and bring people together.
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Tech-savvy – Comfortable using systems to support daily tasks.
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Calm and adaptable – You stay focused and flexible under pressure.
About The Company
Welcome to Card Factory - and your opportunity to be part of our exciting future. As the country’s largest, independent gift and greetings card retailer with over 1000 stores, Card Factory is really thriving.
That’s why we can offer job security and great career progression. Growing all the time, we’re in a position to provide local people with local jobs and deliver quality products at affordable prices in the heart of towns and cities.
As well as being a progressive, exciting and friendly company, we reward our people’s commitment and determination. What’s more, Card Factory is ambitious, passionate and forward thinking with a management style that is open and honest, encouraging people to contribute to the business at every level.
What’s in it for you?
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25% staff discount
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Mycardfactory – discounts on everything from holidays to shopping, to mobile phone contracts
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30 days holiday
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Employee Assistant Programme
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Workplace Pension
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Bonus Scheme
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Loyalty awards (length of service awards)
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Opportunity to apply for Retail Apprenticeships
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Access to blended learning and development content
- Please note due to insurance purposes candidates have to be over the age of 16 to work at Card Factory.
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.
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