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Assistant Store Manager

M&S OpticiansDerby🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 21 Oct 2025

Why This Role Stands Out

This Assistant Store Manager role at M&S Opticians offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership and business acumen while directly contributing to the growth of a respected brand. If you are a motivated optical retail professional eager to take on more responsibility and inspire a team, this position is an excellent next step in your career journey.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Derby, United Kingdom
Posted
11 months ago
Business Development

Job Description

About the Role

As an Assistant Store Manager at M&S Opticians, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Optical and Hearing businesses while delivering exceptional customer care. Supporting the Store Manager, you will oversee daily operations, drive sales performance, and enhance customer experience. With a focus on leadership, business development, and financial management, you will help grow the business and ensure its continued success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Be able to deputise in the absence of the Opticians Manager
  • Lead, motivate, and manage a team on a daily basis
  • Drive sales performance while maintaining excellent customer service standards
  • Promote M&S Opticians throughout the store to increase awareness and appointments
  • Conduct training and performance reviews for sales advisors
  • Ensure a seamless and professional customer journey, addressing enquiries and concerns
  • Manage store KPIs, ensuring profitability and business growth
  • Drive brand awareness through in-store marketing activities
  • Assist or carry out any additional tasks as required

About You

You are a motivated and organised leader with experience in optical retail, looking to take the next step in your career. With strong leadership and communication skills, you excel at inspiring teams, delivering outstanding customer care, and driving business growth. Your commercial awareness, and passion for customer care make you a valuable asset to the team.

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in an optical retail role, preferably as a supervisor or team leader
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Professional and customer focused approach to customer service
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Understanding of practice operations, industry regulations, and business development

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