Assistant Manager I

EssilorLuxottica; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxottica and Target Optical are seeking an Assistant Manager I to join Sunglass Hut in Minnesota. You will partner with the Store/Multi Store Manager to oversee daily operations, coaching, merchandising, and delivering a WOW guest experience.

You will spend most of your time on the sales floor, develop associates, and maintain brand standards while executing promotions and incentives. A strong retail background and leadership potential are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1+ years of retail experience.
• Ability to manage store operations with attention to detail.
• Strong critical thinking and execution skills.
• Leadership experience preferred (1+ years).

Responsibilities

• Delivers sales plans and develops associates to meet objectives.
• Uses reports to identify gaps and capitalize on successes.
• Coaches associates for growth and builds an inspiring work environment.
• Recruits talent and conducts interviews with store leadership.
• Spends majority of time on the sales floor.
• Maintains customer relationships and brand standards.
• Ensures execution of operational policies and procedures.
• Communicates brand strategy, promotions and incentives clearly.

Skills

Leadership

Experience in retail

Store operations

Detail oriented

Critical thinking

Management/Coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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At Target Optical, we love the neighborhoods we belong to and that’s why we care for them. By listening and building relationships with one another, we help our guests get quality eye care products and services at a great value. We help people see more clearly and confidently for less by offering a great selection of trusted brands. Through the relationships we build, we’re proud and excited to help people look their best by carrying fashionable frames at a great value.

Together, we’re on a mission to change the way people think about vision care. We keep things real, keep focused on people and keep to our mission to bring a WOW! experience to your life, our guests’ lives and communities. See your future with Target Optical.

Target Optical is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Assistant Manager I is a core member of the leadership team that drives Sunglass Hut's success. The Assistant Manager I works in partnership with the Store/Multi Store Manager to oversee all the daily functions of the store, including selling, coaching, merchandising, talent acquisition and retail excellence.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes all company tools to deliver sales plan, develop associates and achieve company objectives.
• Utilizes reporting tools and business acumen to identify and address gaps in performance and to capitalize on successes.
• Provides ongoing coaching for all associates that supports their growth and development while creating an inspirational and motivating work environment
• Acquires talent by utilizing networking and recruiting skills and conducting interviews in partnership with the Store/Multi Store Manager.
• Seeks out opportunities for self-development as defined in an individual development plan.
• Spends a majority of the time on the sales floor.
• Develops and maintains Customer relationships by maximizing all company tools.
• Consistently executes the brand standards.
• Maintains store merchandising standards including any updates or changes.
• Knows product knowledge and uses company learning tools to stay current on new products in both fashion and performance.
• Ensures execution of operational policies and procedures.
• Ensures clear communication to their team of brand strategy including all promotions, contests and incentives, etc.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience
• Demonstrates expertise in every aspect of store operation
• Detail-oriented
• Uses critical thinking to deliver absolute execution of the operational components of the store

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous leadership experience of 1+ years

Pay Range:16.12 -29.08

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.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.

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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.