Store Manager | Sunglass Hut | FT | NZ | The Crossing

Sunglass Hut; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Store Manager at Sunglass Hut, overseeing retail operations and motivating your team to achieve sales targets. Enjoy a dynamic environment with the opportunity to grow your career amongst renowned brands like Ray-Ban and CHANEL. Generous bonuses and support for professional development are available.

Benefits

Generous yearly product allowance of $1,500

Family & Friends discounts of up to 50%

Annual Summit conference getaway

Employee Referral Program with rewards

Local and global volunteering opportunities

Access to online learning and retail certifications

Clear career pathways for progression

Qualifications

• Proven sales track record within a KPI structure.
• Previous leadership experience, ideally in retail.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate your team to meet store targets.
• Manage retail operations, including stock control and staff scheduling.
• Deliver memorable customer service with exceptional product knowledge.

Skills

Sales

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Time management

Organizational skills

Job description

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, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL. Our cutting-edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand, we operate iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban, and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s 190,000 employees across 150 countries work towards a common mission: to help people see more and be more.

When you enter Sunglass Hut, you enter the House of Sun.

We’re looking for an energetic, driven, and hands-on Store Manager to lead our team at The Crossing.

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, including Ray-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 foster a culture that supports your success, develops your customer expertise, and makes you feel valued.

Why us?

• Work with luxury, high-fashion brands like CHANEL, Tom Ford, Tiffany & Co, Jimmy Choo, and more!
• An obtainable uncapped bonus scheme rewarding you and your team’s achievements.
• Generous yearly $1,500 product allowance and Family & Friends discounts of up to 50% across all our brands—OPSM, Sunglass Hut, Oakley, Ray-Ban, and Laubman & Pank.
• Up to 50% off Oakley eyewear and apparel throughout the year.
• Regular training and networking opportunities, including our iconic annual Summit conference getaway!
• Employee Referral Program, where you could earn up to $6,000 per successful referral.
• Novated lease options with our corporate partner.
• Local and global volunteering opportunities through our charity partner OneSight, including volunteer leave and the chance to become a global ambassador.
• A world of personal and professional learning through Leonardo, our online platform, with opportunities for retail certifications to enhance your skills.
• Clear career pathways for your role, with opportunities for national and global progression.

Your Responsibilities

• Support, coach, and motivate your team to meet and exceed store targets.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement through coaching and training.
• Manage retail operations, including stock control, store policies, staff scheduling, and performance tracking.
• Deliver memorable customer service and demonstrate exceptional product knowledge.
• Create an engaging and positive working environment.
• Recruit, lead, and inspire your team to succeed in store.

About You

• You’re a sales superstar with a proven track record of strong achievements within a KPI structure.
• Proven problem-solving ability and excellent relationship-building skills.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Previous leadership experience, ideally in retail.

We’re always in the sun. Join us! Click “Apply Now”

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

To be considered for this opportunity, please click apply and send your cover letter and resume today.

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.