Clearly - Assistant Manager

EssilorLuxottica Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the optical industry is seeking an Assistant Manager for its Ottawa location. The ideal candidate will oversee store operations in partnership with the Store Manager, leading a team to drive sales, improve customer service, and ensure compliance with company policies. The position requires strong sales skills, management experience, and a solid understanding of retail operations. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing vision care in the community.

Benefits

Competitive bonus and/or commission plan

Employee discounts

Health care benefits

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) management/supervisory experience with direct reports.
• Knowledge of retail operations, processes & policies.
• Must have a strong command of the English language for all written correspondence & oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Delivers quality & improvement to meet or exceed all key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Supports the store manager in diagnosing the business & leverages synergies.
• Provides training & guidance to team members.

Skills

Strong basic math skills

Demonstrated high-level of selling skills

Proven ability to problem solve

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

College degree or equivalent

Job description

Total Rewards : Benefits / Incentive Information

Founded in 2000, Clearly is on a mission is to eradicate poor vision in the world by 2050 - the world’s largest unaddressed disability. Clearly serves this mission and the community every day by providing the most accessible, affordable, and stylish optical products on the market. Vancouver born and bred,Clearlywas the first Canadian retailer to offer eyewear online. We are proud of our dynamic team members who work every day to fulfill our mission, and we celebrate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.

Clearly is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Assistant Manager acts as a leader in absence of, or in support of the Store Manager & behaves as a business owner within the marketplace & Clearly organization. Represents Clearly as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community & delivers key performance metrics.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers quality & improvement to meet or exceed all key performance indicators (KPIs) :

Comp Sales, % Sales to Plan; Conversion & Customer Count, Comp Growth; Increased Traffic; Store Operating Profitability; Continuity of Care, Exam Growth & Retention Goals; Net Promoter Score; Current year objectives

• Demonstrates understanding of retail business & the capability to transfer knowledge to superior sales & business results. Learns & understands the competition & market trends.
• Supports the store manager in diagnosing the business & leverages the synergies of Retail & Doctor to drive positive results.
• Supports store business plans to maximize sales & profit, leverages strengths & addresses opportunities for recovery.
• Partners with store manager to lead a team through strong knowledge & skills.
• Provides training & guidance to team members.
• Delivers clear & constructive feedback in a timely manner.
• Informs store manager of any situation that may require any development or disciplinary action of others.
• Supports recruiting, helps select high caliber team & creates talent pipeline.
• Follows guidelines to optimally staff store.
• Shows great pride in store appearance & executes visual directives.
• Strives to maintain positive working relationships with doctors.
• Adheres to & ensures compliance of team to Company policies & procedures; meets or exceeds all goals.
• Anticipates problems before they occur; explores underlying reasons and root cause; strives for long-term solutions to problems.
• Maintains a safe working environment for all.
• Works a flexible schedule, including nights & weekends.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduate or equivalent
• 1+ year(s) management / supervisory experience with direct reports
• Knowledge of retail operations, processes & policies
• Strong basic math skills
• Familiarity with cash register, computers & calculators
• Must have a strong command of the English language for all written correspondence & oral communication
• Demonstrated high-level of selling skills
• Proven ability to problem solve

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree or equivalent
• Previous experience in leadership position within retail & customer service industry
• Knowledge of basic optics
• Knowledge of current store merchandise
• State / Provincial licensure (if applicable) & / or ABO Certification in non-licensed states
• Brand Final Inspector Certification
• Brand Quality, Fitting & Adjusting Program

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and / or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off / vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [emailprotected] .

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.