Description

Ryanair are currently recruiting for a Deputy Head of Retail to join Europe's largest Airline Group

This is an excellent time to join Ryanair as we look to grow to over 800 aircraft and 300m guests within the next 10 years. 

Ryanair’s Retail function delivers €300m+ in annual revenue across onboard food, beverage and duty-free. This role sits at the centre of commercial performance, supplier management, and operational delivery across a complex pan-European network and we are looking for an experienced, motivated candidate to assist in leading the team as we embark on our next period of growth. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead supplier negotiations to secure best-in-class commercial terms, cost savings, and robust SLAs
• Drive end-to-end supply chain performance, improving availability, reducing waste, and ensuring operational excellence
• Own forecasting accuracy and stock management across a multi-base network
• Deliver Fresh Food profitability through improved product mix, demand planning, and waste control
• Define and execute onboard sales strategy, driving crew engagement and revenue growth
• Lead and develop a high-performing team with clear KPIs, strong accountability, and data-led decision making
• Ad-hoc duties as required. 

Requirements

• Proven commercial leadership experience in retail, FMCG, or aviation operations
• Strong track record in supplier negotiation, cost control, and margin delivery
• Experience managing complex supply chains and forecasting at scale
• Data-driven with the ability to translate insight into action
• Strong leadership presence with a focus on performance and accountability

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance based bonus
• Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
• Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
• 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
• Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Unrivalled career progression

Competencies