Retail Associate | Sunglass Hut | C | NZ | Northwest

EssilorLuxottica; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Product allowance

Family & Friends discounts

Oakley discount

Volunteer opportunities (OneSight)

Retail certifications

Job summary

Sunglass Hut, part of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking a Casual Retail Associate for our Northwest NZ store. You’ll engage customers in selecting premium sunglasses, promote our luxury eyewear brands, and deliver personalised shopping experiences in a fast-paced retail environment.

Join a team that values learning, offers great discounts across Ray-Ban, Oakley and more, and provides opportunities for growth within a global eyewear leader.

Qualifications

• Previous retail, sales or customer service experience.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Motivated with a drive to achieve sales targets.
• Thrives in an exciting, fast-paced environment.
• A passion for technology, innovation and learning!

Responsibilities

• Champion and promote our amazing brands.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience through making a connection, attention to detail and offering a personalised shopping experience.
• Contribute to a positive and fun store environment.

Skills

Retail experience

Communication skills

Sales-driven

Adaptability

Tech & learning passion

Job description

Location

Waitakere, NZ

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands Ray-Ban, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL whilst our cutting-edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand, we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s 190,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more.

Own your moment at Sunglass Hut!

Sunglass Hut is a global leader in the sale of premium sunglasses with over 3,000 stores worldwide. We are home to some of the world’s best brands includingRay-Ban, CHANEL, Prada, Miu Miu, Versace. and more!

At Sunglass Hut you’ll find a dynamic space with endless possibilities to grow your career. We are a culture that wants to see you succeed, develop your customer expertise, and feel supported by people who embrace you.

We are currently looking for a Casual Retail Associateto join our team inNorthwest.

You will be involved in the customer’s journey of styling and customising High-Fashion frames from luxury brands likeD&G, Tiffany & Co, Jimmy Choo, Burberryand more - includingcutting-edge wearable technology such asRay-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta smart eyewear.

You will also be joining Australia’sRetail Employer of the Year 2025recognising the best of our industry and a testament to our incredible culture and development opportunities.

Why us?

• A great team with friends for life!
• Hands-on exposure toinnovative smart eyewear technology, including Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta
• Generous yearly$1,500 product allowance ($600 for casuals)andFamily & Friends discounts of up to 50% offto splurge across all our brands –OPSM, Sunglass Hut, Oakley, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank
• Up to 50% off Oakleyeyewear and apparel throughout the year.
• Insight and product knowledge to all your favourite brands
• Local and global volunteering opportunities through our charity partner OneSight, including OneSight volunteer leave and the ability to become a global ambassador.
• Clear career pathways for your role, with national and global progression opportunities
• A world of personal and professional learning through Leonardo, our online platform, with opportunity for Retail certifications to strengthen your knowledge and capability.

Your responsibilities

• Champion and promote our amazing brands.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience through making a connection, attention to detail and offering a personalised shopping experience.
• Contribute to a positive and fun store environment.

About you

• Previous retail, sales or customer service experience
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Motivated with a drive to achieve sales targets.
• Thrives in an exciting, fast-paced environment.
• A passion for technology, innovation and learning!

Please note, due to the high volume of applications only successful candidates will be contacted. We thank you in advance for your interest in Sunglass Hut

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage.

We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences - for our customers and for each other.