Assistant Manager
Big City Optical is a leading firm in the optical industry, recognized for our innovative products and commitment to excellence. We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager to join our team and support the company’s mission of providing preeminent eye care in our communities.
The assistant manager assists the General Manager with developing and managing promotions, ordering merchandise and managing all operational aspects of running the business. In addition to the day-to-day tasks, the assistant manager will hire and train sales associates to work on the floor as well as be adept at organizing and solving problems.
Assistant Manager Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the general manager in organizing, planning, and implementing strategies to drive growth and efficiency of the store operations.
- Coordinate operations and ensure schedules are received to meet staff coverage objectives.
- Supervise and motivate staff to meet and exceed store goals.
- Monitor retail operating costs, budgets, and resources.
- Support the recruitment process for open roles in the store and assist with training & development.
- Ensure staff are well versed in Big City Optical’s value proposition and are comfortable communicating and evangelizing it with clients.
- Communicate with clients and evaluate their needs and specifications.
- Proactively listen to clients and look for opportunities to exceed their expectations.
- Assist clients with frame selection.
- Educate on lens options.
- Ensure the store operations adhere to the company’s policies and guidelines.
- Participate in off hours inventory count work as needed.
- Create reports, analyze, and interpret retail data to assist the General Manager with District Reporting
- Process payments and maintain order and patient care systems as required.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned to support the overall success of the store.