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America's Best Licensed Optician - General Manager in North Charleston, South Carolina
America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The America’s Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting. Each location combines both parts of the optical equation – eyewear and eye care – into one excellent experience at a single low price.
For more details about America's Best, visit AmericasBest.com (https://www.americasbest.com/about-us) .
At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.
By overseeing the daily operations of our stores, including personnel management and inventory control, our General Managers keep customers coming back by providing a positive experience from start to finish – and keeping associates happy, too.
How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we’re closed!
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Licensed Optician - General Manager to lead our optical store in North Charleston. As the General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of store operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, and driving business growth.
Provide visionary leadership to achieve and maintain the highest level of customer service
Manage and optimize store profitability by monitoring sales, performance goals, and P&L statements
Develop and implement strategies to meet or exceed sales targets and budgeted goals
Oversee visual merchandising and ensure proper execution of store promotions and advertising campaigns
Recruit, train, and supervise store associates, fostering a motivated and high-performing team
Analyze market trends and compile competitive information to inform business decisions
Generate and present daily and weekly performance reports to upper management
Maintain professional relationships with doctors, National Vision associates, and customers
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and maintain required licenses
Implement and monitor quality control measures for all optical products and services
Valid state license as an Optician
ABO & NCLE Certification
Proven management experience in the retail optical industry
Strong leadership and team-building skills
Excellent customer service orientation with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences
Proficient in financial management, including P&L analysis and budget forecasting
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically
Proficiency in computer systems and software relevant to optical retail management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in visual merchandising and promotional strategies
Knowledge of current optical industry trends and best practices
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred (not required)
Taking care of our people
We understand the importance of financial health and security, and because of that, we provide competitive compensation to all Associates – including bonus potential for every position in the store! We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement savings with company match, flex spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount and much, much more. At National Vision, we strive to deliver opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment. We provide training programs, access to educational courses and pride ourselves on the ever-increasing amount of promotions from within.
Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.