Are you an experienced retail leader looking for your next challenge? We're looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join our Vision Express store in Uxbridge. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded leader who enjoys being on the shop floor, motivating colleagues and driving sales performance in a fast-paced environment. As an Assistant Store Manager, you'll work closely with the Store Manager to support the day-to-day running of the store, develop colleagues and deliver exceptional customer experiences. You'll lead from the front, using coaching, energy and commercial awareness to help the team achieve its goals. This Assistant Store Manager role is ideal for someone with previous management experience who is confident leading people and making decisions. While optics experience is welcome, it isn't essential. We're particularly interested in candidates from retail, hospitality or other customer-focused sectors who can bring strong leadership skills and KPI-driven thinking. What You'll Do
- Support the Store Manager in leading and developing colleagues
- Drive sales performance and achieve key business objectives
- Use KPIs and commercial insights to improve results
- Motivate and coach colleagues to deliver exceptional service
- Conduct regular coaching and performance conversations
- Maintain operational excellence and compliance standards
- Lead the store in the Store Manager's absence
- Support recruitment, colleague engagement and development
- Previous management, supervisory or team leadership experience
- Strong people management and coaching skills
- Commercial awareness and confidence working with KPIs
- A hands-on leadership style
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience motivating teams to achieve results
- Optics experience is not required, training will be provided
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Assistant Store Manager in Uxbridge employer: Vision Express
Vision Express is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development within a dynamic retail environment. With a commitment to personalised customer service and advanced optical technology, team members enjoy a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. Located in a vibrant community, employees benefit from competitive bonuses and the opportunity to work with top eyewear brands backed by EssilorLuxottica.
