Store Manager

Store Manager – Vision Express (Stockton High Street) Where customer service meets premium eyewear and med-tech innovation. Are you a proven retail leader looking for an opportunity to grow, develop, and make a real impact? Join Vision Express, part of the global Essilor. Luxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing retail team
• Drive commercial performance through exceptional customer experience
• Take full ownership of store results, KPIs, and operational excellence
• Lead from the front on the shop floor, delivering personalised service
• Oversee all store operations including rotas, stock, compliance, and standards
• Build a strong team culture focused on engagement, development, and accountability
• Work closely with the Store Manager at Stockton Tesco, sharing resource and best practice across both locations
• Support the continued growth and development of a store with strong potential for future success What You'll Get
• £350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses
• 33 days holiday with buy/sell options
• Family & friends discounts + free eye tests
• Employee wellbeing support
• Opportunities to support global vision through the One. Sight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Store Managers who deliver strong commercial performance can benefit from a competitive bonus scheme with uncapped earning potential, rewarding both leadership and results.

What We're Looking For

• Strong retail leadership experience in a customer-focused environment
• Confident leading, motivating, and developing high-performing teams
• Commercially driven with a track record of delivering results
• Passionate about customer experience and retail excellence
• Resilient and adaptable leader, comfortable managing change
• A natural communicator who can engage, influence, and inspire
• Someone who enjoys collaboration and is motivated by development opportunities Optics experience is not required – we'll support you to learn everything you need. Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing med-tech business. Backed by Essilor. Luxottica, we invest in innovation, our people, and your career development. Ready to take the next step in your retail leadership career? Apply now and see your future clearly.