Store Manager | Sunglass Hut | Rockhampton, QLD

Sunglass Hut; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Product allowance

Employee discounts

Health insurance discounts

Summit conference

Training & development

Job summary

Sunglass Hut is seeking a results-driven Store Manager to lead our Rockhampton team. You will drive sales, coach staff, and oversee daily operations to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Role requires hands-on leadership, product knowledge across luxury brands, and a passion for technology-enabled eyewear solutions. You’ll join a culture focused on development and career progression within EssilorLuxottica.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in retail and KPI-driven sales targets.
• Proven ability to coach and motivate teams through change.
• Passion for technology, innovation and learning to stay ahead of product launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate your team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Drive adoption of new products and technology with confident, engaged staff.
• Oversee rostering, stock control, visual standards and compliance.
• Champion exceptional customer experiences through product knowledge.
• Recruit, develop and retain a passionate retail team.
• Create a positive, inclusive store environment.

Skills

Store leadership

Sales leadership

Team motivation

Customer focus

Product knowledge

Change management

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Own your moment at Sunglass Hut!

We’re looking for an energetic, driven and hands on

We’re looking for an energetic, driven and hands on Store Manager to lead our Rockhampton team.

Sunglass Hut is a global leader in the sale of premium sunglasses with over 3,000 stores worldwide. We are home to some of the world’s best brands including CHANEL, Prada, Miu Miu, Versace and more - including cutting-edge wearable technology such as Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta smart eyewear.

At Sunglass Hut you’ll find a dynamic space with endless possibilities to grow your career. We are a culture that wants to see you succeed, develop your customer expertise, and feel supported by people who embrace you.

You will also be joining Australia’s Retail Employer of the Year 2025 recognising the best of our industry and a testament to our incredible culture and development opportunities.

Why us?

• Work with luxury, high fashion brands like CHANEL, Tom Ford, Tiffany & Co, Jimmy Choo and more!
• Hands-on exposure to innovative smart eyewear technology, including Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta
• An obtainable uncapped bonus scheme which rewards you and your team’s ability to hit and exceed targets.
• Generous yearly $1,500 product allowance and Family & Friends discounts of up to 50% off to splurge across all our brands – OPSM, Sunglass Hut, Oakley, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank
• Up to 50% off Oakley eyewear and apparel throughout the year.
• Regular training and networking opportunities including our iconic annual Summit conference getaway!
• Exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, and various retail brands, and access to free counselling services for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Clear career pathways for your role, with national and global progression opportunities.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate your team to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Successfully lead teams through change, including the introduction of new and innovative products and technology
• Drive adoption of new products by ensuring your team is confident, engaged and customer-focused
• Oversee daily store operations including rostering, stock control, visual standards and compliance
• Champion exceptional customer experiences through expert product knowledge
• Recruit, develop and retain a passionate and capable retail team
• Create a positive, inclusive and engaging store environment

About You

• You’re a sales superstar with a proven track record of strong achievements within a KPI structure.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change and support them through new initiatives
• Passion for technology, innovation and learning, with a desire to stay ahead of new product launches
• Proven problem-solving ability and excellent relationship-building skills.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills
• Previous leadership experience, ideally in retail

*Please note, due to the high volume of applications only successful candidates will be contacted. We thank you in advance for your interest in Sunglass Hut*

Who We Are

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands Ray-Ban, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL whilst our cutting-edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand, we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s 190,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more.

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage.

We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we’re all about creating better experiences - for our customers and for each other.