Job Description
Are you an energetic, passionate retail leader who cares about people and wants to make a meaningful impact? We’re looking for a store manager to lead our fantastic team in Dover, which is a busy Tesco store with strong footfall and a great reputation.
This is a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave, with real potential to progress into a store manager designate role beyond the initial contract length for the right candidate. It’s the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to grow, develop, and shape the future of a thriving store.
You’ll begin your journey with a generous 3-month induction at our Bluewater Shopping Centre store. This will give you the best opportunity to learn, develop, and strengthen your leadership capability in a high performing environment before transitioning to Dover, where you’ll step in fully as the store manager.
You’ll be leading a team of five, who are proud of their store, love working with their customers, and support each other every day. We’re looking for a store manager who shares that same enthusiasm and cares deeply about delivering brilliant results for both people and the business. To thrive here, you’ll need to show that you’re a store manager who builds trust, champions teamwork, and inspires those around you.
Benefits
•Free eyewear annually with immediate eligibility•Monthly bonus potential up to £1,030•75% friends & family discount, including free eye tests•33 days annual leave, with the ability to buy or sell holiday•Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support•Opportunities to support the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation
Skills and experience we value
•Experience creating and delivering a store improvement plan•Ability to manage resources effectively to meet demand and maximise sales•Strong problem-solving skills for both colleagues and customers•A consistent, delivery focused approach, even during challenging periods•A passion for customer experience, always putting the customer first•High levels of emotional intelligence, supporting yourself and others with empathy•A team orientated mindset - someone who learns from challenges and celebrates wins•Confidence in managing, developing, and supporting a team, including HR processes•A positive, influential attitude that inspires others to commit and perform
Why Vision Express?
Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential.Together, we believe that we’re made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.