Assistant Branch Manager - Gosport

Scrivens-Opticians-; Gosport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Career development

Staff discounts

Training programmes

28 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Job summary

Scrivens Opticians is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager in Gosport to support the Branch Manager in leading a dedicated team, delivering exceptional customer service, and driving branch performance.

You will motivate staff, manage day-to-day operations, and help achieve sales targets for optical and hearing products while maintaining high standards of clinical care.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or healthcare, ideally optical or audiology.
• Strong customer service and sales background essential.
• Ability to lead, motivate and support a team under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily branch operations for smooth service.
• Motivate team to hit branch and individual sales targets for optical and hearing products.
• Deliver outstanding customer service with professionalism and empathy.
• Assist in staff training, coaching and performance management.
• Manage stock, merchandising and branch presentation to standards.
• Coordinate local marketing initiatives and promotions.
• Act as Branch Manager when required, including opening/closing the branch.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organisational skills

IT proficiency

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the role

As the Assistant Branch Manager, you will support the Branch Manager in leading and developing a dedicated team to deliver exceptional customer service, drive branch performance, and ensure operational excellence. You will act as a role model, inspiring your team to achieve sales targets and maintain high standards of clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the daily operations of the branch, ensuring smooth and efficient service
• Support and motivate the team to achieve individual and branch sales targets for optical and hearing products and services
• Deliver outstanding customer service, addressing customer needs with professionalism and empathy
• Assist in staff training, coaching, and performance management
• Manage stock levels, merchandising, and branch presentation to company standards
• Help coordinate local marketing initiatives and promotional campaigns
• Step in as acting Branch Manager when required, including opening and closing the branch

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone with previous experience in retail or healthcare, ideally within an optical or audiology setting. A strong background in customer service and sales is essential. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to lead, motivate, and support a team is also important. We value individuals who are organised, reliable, and able to work effectively under pressure. Basic IT skills and familiarity with point-of-sale systems are also desirable.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Career development opportunities and structured training
• Staff discounts on optical and hearing products
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Generous staff discount scheme