Licensed Assistant Manager - Caguas, PR - For Eyes

Certification TOGAF; Caguas (PR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

For Eyes, part of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking an Assistant Manager in Caguas, Puerto Rico to lead in the store manager's absence and drive key performance indicators. You will coach the team, ensure visual standards, and uphold company policies.

The role requires a current state Opticianry license, high school or equivalent, and 1+ year of supervisory experience. You must be fluent in English and able to work nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current & valid state Opticianry license required.
• 1+ year of management or supervisory experience with direct reports.
• Knowledge of retail operations, processes and policies.
• Strong basic math skills and familiarity with POS systems and calculators.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Delivers quality and improvement to meet KPIs.
• Supports the store manager in diagnosing business performance.
• Leads a team through training and guidance.
• Assists recruiting and staff development to build talent pipelines.
• Ensures proper staffing and adherence to company policies.
• Maintains store appearance and visual directives.

Skills

Customer service

Retail knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Math skills

POS proficiency

English proficiency

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

State Opticianry license

Job description

Requisition ID:944977
Store #:00M304 FE CAGUAS
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

At For Eyes, we are an optical retailer that offers high-quality brands and products with great pricing. We are as unique as our customers and patients. Our diverse team consists of more than 500 dedicated associates across 105 stores in the United States and Puerto Rico. Our highly qualified associates are passionate about customer satisfaction. We proudly offer every For Eyes customer a perfect blend of expert eye care and affordable eyewear.

When you join For Eyes, you are starting a career with endless possibilities for growth. We strive for continuous improvement and ways to collaborate to raise the potential of our company. Our commitment is to support and develop our people who have the desire, ambition, and potential to grow.

For Eyes 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!

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Assistant Manager acts as a leader in absence of, or in support of the Store Manager and behaves as a business owner within the marketplace & For Eyes organization. Represents For Eyes 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)
• 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 POS, 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

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.