Short Hills Upper Sunglass Hut - Assistant Manager II

Assistant Manager II

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Vigan and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

The Assistant Manager II is a core member of the leadership team that drives Sunglass Hut's success. The Assistant Manager II works in partnership with the Store/Multi Store Manager to oversee all the daily functions of the store, including selling, coaching, merchandising, talent acquisition and retail excellence.

Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Utilizes all company tools to deliver sales plan, develop associates and achieve company objectives.
• Utilizes reporting tools and business acumen to identify and address gaps in performance and to capitalize on successes.
• Provides ongoing coaching for all associates that supports their growth and development while creating an inspirational and motivating work environment.
• Acquires talent by utilizing networking and recruiting skills and conducting interviews in partnership with the Store/Multi Store Manager.
• Seeks out opportunities for self-development as defined in an individual development plan.
• Spends a majority of the time on the sales floor.
• Develops and maintains customer relationships by maximizing all company tools.
• Consistently executes the brand standards.
• Maintains store merchandising standards including any updates or changes.
• Knows product knowledge and uses company learning tools to stay current on new products in both fashion and performance.
• Ensures execution of operational policies and procedures.
• Ensures clear communication to their team of brand strategy including all promotions, contests and incentives, etc.

Basic qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience
• Demonstrates expertise in every aspect of store operation
• Detail-oriented
• Uses critical thinking to deliver absolute execution of the operational components of the store

Preferred qualifications include:

• Customer service and/or retail experience
• Previous leadership experience of 1+ years

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.