Licensed Assistant Manager - Buffalo, NY - LensCrafters

Certification TOGAF; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

LensCrafters, located in Buffalo, NY, seeks an Assistant Manager to lead a retail team and support the Store Manager in delivering exceptional customer care. The role emphasizes sales, coaching, and ensuring store standards and profitability.

The ideal candidate will have a valid Opticianry license, 1+ year of supervisory experience, strong English communication, and a proven ability to work with doctors and staff to achieve business goals.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Current & valid state Opticianry license.
• 1+ year of management/supervisory experience with direct reports.
• Knowledge of retail operations, processes and policies.
• Strong math and basic calculator skills.
• Fluent English for written and oral communication.
• Proven selling skills and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations in the store manager's absence and drive KPI performance.
• Support recruiting, staff development and team coaching.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and visual standards.
• Provide training and constructive feedback to team members.
• Maintain safe working conditions and flexible scheduling.

Skills

Customer service leadership

Team supervision

English proficiency

Selling skills

Problem solving

Retail operations knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Current & valid state Opticianry license

College degree or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Requisition ID:938215
Store #:000774 LensCrafters
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We’ve got a vision for pairing state-of-the-art technology with a truly personal approach to eye care.
Everything we do is centered around sight. Because quality care helps us see the joy in life. Because learning from the best, makes us all better. Because continuing our legacy of the highest optical standards helps us innovate the future in optical care.

At LensCrafters, we want every person who enters our doors to feel our passion for care. And that’s why we’re committed to taking care of you, so you can bring the best quality experience to our patients and customers.

LensCrafters 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 acts as a leader in absence of, or in support of the Store Manager & behaves as a business owner within the marketplace & LensCrafters organization. Represents LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community & delivers key performance metrics.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers quality & improvement to meet or exceed all key performance indicators (KPIs):
  • Comp Sales, % Sales to Plan; Conversion & Customer Count, Comp Growth; Increased Traffic; Store Operating Profitability; Continuity of Care, Exam Growth & Retention Goals; Net Promoter Score; Current year objectives
• Demonstrates understanding of retail business & the capability to transfer knowledge to superior sales & business results. Learns & understands the competition & market trends.
• Supports the store manager in diagnosing the business & leverages the synergies of Retail, Lab & Doctor to drive positive results.
• Supports store business plans to maximize sales & profit, leverages strengths & addresses opportunities for recovery.
• Partners with store manager to lead a team through strong knowledge & skills.
• Provides training & guidance to team members.
• Delivers clear & constructive feedback in a timely manner.
• Informs store manager of any situation that may require any development or disciplinary action of others.
• Supports recruiting, helps select high caliber team & creates talent pipeline.
• Follows guidelines to optimally staff store.
• Shows great pride in the store appearance & executes visual directives.
• Strives to maintain positive working relationship with doctors.
• Adheres to & ensures compliance of team to Company policies & procedures. Meets or exceed all goals.
• Anticipates problems before they occur; explores underlying reasons and root cause; strives for long-term solutions to problems.
• Performs & understands administrative duties.
• Maintains a safe working environment for all.
• Works a flexible schedule, including nights & weekends.
• Under current & valid state Opticianry license perform the following:
  • Provides expertise & product knowledge on lens choices based on the patient’s vision needs & doctor prescription.
  • Adjusts &/or repairs eyewear.
  • Presents and dispenses eyewear & creates a lasting impression.
  • Performs accurate digital measurements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Current & valid state Opticianry license
• 1+ year(s) management/supervisory experience with direct reports
• Knowledge of retail operations, processes & policies
• Strong basic math skills
• Familiarity with cash register, computers & calculators
• Must have a strong command of the English language for all written correspondence & oral communication
• Strong communicator & listener
• Demonstrated high-level of selling skills
• Proven ability to problem solve

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree or equivalent
• Previous experience in leadership position within retail & customer service industry
• Knowledge of basic optics
• Knowledge of current store merchandise
• State licensure (if applicable) &/or ABO Certification in non-licensed states
• Brand Final Inspector Certification
• Brand Quality, Fitting & Adjusting Program

Pay Range:23.53-36.70

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.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail].

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.