LensCrafters - Licensed Store Manager

LensCrafters; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 89,370 - 155,321; Full time

Job summary

LensCrafters is seeking a Store Manager for a full‑time role in our Mission Viejo location. The position focuses on leading the team to deliver an exceptional customer experience, implementing the Brand Story, and achieving key performance indicators across NPS, sales, and store profitability.

The role includes staff recruitment, scheduling, payroll & inventory duties, and close collaboration with optometry partnerships.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• State licensure and/or ABO Certification (if applicable).
• 4+ years of management/supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of store operations, processes and business implications.
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
• Team building and management skills.
• Knowledge of optical theory and merchandise.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Solid basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Sales skills and customer focus.
• Familiarity with cash registers, computers, and calculators.
• Ability to manage time under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conveys commitment to unsurpassed Customer Service through staff execution of Sales and Service Process.
• Demonstrates Diamond Service Principles and Service Vision with customers.
• Provides on‑the‑job training and guidance to team members.
• Analyzes store financial data and recommends profitability improvements.
• Forecasts staffing needs using labor scheduling model.
• Performs payroll, inventory management, and administrative duties.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Training

Financial analysis

Scheduling

Education

High School diploma

College degree

Job description

Position

Store Manager – Full-Time

General Function

The overall mission of the Store Manager is to be a leader within the LensCrafters organization. The Store Manager delivers key performance indicators by integrating the Brand Story and ensuring flawless execution of the customer experience.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Conveys a commitment to providing unsurpassed Customer Service through ensuring the LensCrafters' staff performs the Sales and Service Process steps.
• Demonstrates the Diamond Service Principals and Service Vision with all customers and patients.
• Provides on-the-job training and guidance to team members using Company provided programs.
• Analyzes store financial data and makes recommendations regarding steps which can be implemented on the retail side of the business to improve profitability.
• Strives to achieve "Far Exceeds Expectations" on all targets set in the following areas:
• NPS – Net Promoter Score
• % Sales to Plan
• Customer Count
• Store Operating Profitability
• % Saturation of Training
• Key Performance Indicators, to include exam growth and retention
• Recruits and selects high caliber staff.
• Forecasts staffing needs through the use of the labor scheduling model.
• Performs administrative duties to include payroll, inventory management, technical application and understanding.
• Delivers the key performance indicators by inspiring associates to provide the customer experience that exceed their expectations notes through NPS portal.
• Leads Doctor of Optometry business partnership and co-planning.
• Adheres to Company policies and procedures regarding frame recovery and acknowledging receipt of physical inventory.
• Executes to guidelines LC Inventory Management System and Order tracker as a part of global POS.
• Ensures all Company approved safety programs are implemented and maintained consistently per standards.
• Conducts monthly safety inspections of store premises using self‑inspection checklist. Reports all contacts by Local, State, Federal regulatory agencies to the CSC Legal or Quality Assurance Department within 14 hours of contact. Follow‑up in writing.
• Maximize Optometric partnerships through participation and involvement in the following: Coverage, Walk‑in Availability, In‑house Prescriptions, Doctor Detailing, Co‑op Relationships.
• Maintains safe AND FUN working environment for all associates/customers.
• Takes pride in the store appearance and will execute visual directive to achieve a consistent company message.

Basic Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent
• State licensure (if applicable) and/or ABO Certification in non‑licensed states
• 4+ years management/supervisory experience
• Comprehensive knowledge from operations, processes and business implications
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills
• Team building and management skills
• Knowledge of current optical theory and merchandise
• Strong communicator and listener
• Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Sales skills
• Familiarity with cash register, computers and calculators
• Ability to manage time under aggressive deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent
• LensCrafters Final Inspector Certification
• LensCrafters Quality, Fitting and Adjusting Program
• Previous experience in customer service and retail
• Knowledge of current store merchandise
• High level of business acumen to include detailed knowledge of LC Dashboard

Pay & Benefits

Pay Range: $89,730.56 - $155,320.93

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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