Store Manager Designate

About the Role

Join Vision Express as a Store Manager Designate based in Kent, where you will develop your leadership skills and operational knowledge in a retail setting. This role is designed as a pathway to becoming a fully-fledged Store Manager within one of the UK's leading optical retail companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor retail teams to achieve high performance standards.
• Drive sales growth and manage commercial targets effectively.
• Provide exceptional customer service and ensure excellent patient care.
• Oversee day-to-day store operations, maintaining compliance and company standards.
• Promote employee engagement, wellbeing, and optimize team performance.
• Collaborate with experienced Store Managers and regional leadership to gain operational insights.

What We Offer

• Free eyewear annually starting from your first day.
• Opportunity to earn up to 1,030 monthly bonus.
• Generous discounts for family and friends, up to 75%, including free eye examinations.
• 33 days of holiday with options to buy or sell additional days.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
• Chance to engage with the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation initiatives.
• A structured career development program aimed at progressing into a Store Manager position.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in retail management or at least assistant or store manager roles.
• Strong commercial aptitude with proven leadership abilities.
• Skilled in coaching and nurturing team members' growth.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to a customer-oriented approach and enthusiasm for retail.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the Kent area as needed.