Role overview
Are you a dynamic and resilient business leader with a track record of driving performance across multiple sites?
We're seeking a Business Operations Manager to lead and support the performance of our joint venture operations across the South of England.
This role involves supporting 37 joint venture stores with regular travel across London, South Central England, Southeast England, and the South Coast.
The ideal candidate should have multisite leadership experience, be comfortable in a dynamic, people-focused environment, and capable of influencing and coaching our Joint Venture Partners towards operational excellence. Experience in a franchise business model is highly preferred.
This is a full-time position, requiring the candidate to be onsite at least 3.5 days per week.
Benefits
* Company car provided
* Free eyewear worth up to £550 annually
* On-target bonuses up to £3,000 per month based on store performance
* Enhanced pension with 6% employer contribution
* 33 days annual leave, with options to buy or sell holiday
* Family and friends discount of up to 75% plus free eye test
* Confidential Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible benefits including Dental, Healthcare, and Critical Illness cover
* Opportunities to participate in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation
Desired Experiences
* Influencing stakeholders without direct authority
* Understanding of store performance and operational excellence
* Driving business engagement and compliance across multiple sites
* Handling challenging conversations with stakeholders
* Emotional intelligence to support oneself and others
* Experience with multiple store improvement plans
* Managing multiple priorities effectively
* Experience in a franchise environment is a plus
Why Vision Express?
Join us to be part of a larger community. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you'll have opportunities to share knowledge, grow your career, and realize your potential.
We value diversity and inclusion, believing that our differences strengthen us. A culture of mutual trust helps us achieve our goals and deliver results.
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