Store Manager

Vision Express; Lincoln (NE); On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Retail Store Manager to lead a high-performing team in delivering exceptional eyecare solutions. This role offers the chance to inspire and motivate staff while managing day-to-day operations in a thriving environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company values unique perspectives and fosters a supportive culture. As part of a larger network of over 550 stores, you will have opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about retail leadership and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free eyewear up to £550 annually

On target bonuses up to £8,280

Stretch target bonuses up to £16,560

Family and friends discount

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong retail leadership experience is essential for this role.
• Ability to solve complex problems and provide exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store culture, manage operations, and inspire the team.
• Develop store improvement plans and maximize sales.

Skills

Retail Leadership

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Team Management

Emotional Intelligence

Job description

Role overview

Are you a Retail Store Manager interested in working with one of the UK’s leading eyecare providers and selling premium eyewear brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley and Prada?

The Vision Express store in Halifax is looking for its next Retail Store Manager. This is a high performing Vision Express store with an established team of 8 clinical professionals and 9 retail colleagues including an assistant manager. Our ideal candidate would be a strong retail leader; optics experience is not required for this position.

As a Retail Store Manager at Vision Express, you’ll be responsible for leading the culture of your store, managing day-to-day operations, and motivating and inspiring your team to deliver in our mission to help provide tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions to customers every day.

Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further.

Benefits

1. Free eyewear up to £550 annually with immediate eligibility.
2. On target bonuses of up to £8,280, depending on store performance.
3. Stretch target bonuses of up to £16,560, depending on store performance.
4. Family and friends discount of 75%, 50% and 25% with a free eye test.
5. 25 days annual leave with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday.
6. Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing.
7. Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation.

Some experiences you might have:

1. Previous experience of developing a store improvement plan.
2. Managing resources to meet demand and maximise sales.
3. Solving complex problems for colleagues and customers.
4. Remaining delivery focused throughout challenging times.
5. Being customer obsessed and providing exceptional customer service.
6. Showing emotional intelligence to support yourself, colleagues or customers in difficult moments.
7. Working as part of a winning team and taking lessons from mistakes.
8. Managing a team, selecting and developing colleagues and working with HR.
9. Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause.

Why Vision Express?

Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential.

Together, we believe that we’re made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.