Store Manager

Vision Express; Kettering; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in Kettering is looking for an ambitious Store Manager to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced Tesco location. You will be responsible for driving commercial success, improving in-store performance, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Ideal candidates will have proven management skills, be confident problem solvers, and possess a motivating leadership style. The role offers benefits including annual leave, bonuses, and discounts.

Benefits

Free eyewear annually

Monthly bonus potential

Family & friends discount

33 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven people management experience, preferably in optics.
• Experience in developing and delivering store improvement plans.
• Ability to maintain performance in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an in-store team.
• Manage commercial performance and KPIs.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Skills

People management

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving

Leadership style

Job description

Overview

Join Vision Express Kettering Tesco as a store manager and take the lead in one of our highest footfall, fast growing Tesco locations. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced store manager or an ambitious retail leader ready to step into a store manager role within optical retail.

As store manager, you’ll be responsible for leading an experienced team in a well equipped store delivering double digit growth. With double clinics most days and a loyal customer base, this store manager role offers real scope to make an impact quickly.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching and developing a high performing in store team
• Owning commercial performance, KPIs and store improvement plans
• Managing resource and rotas to meet demand and maximise sales
• Delivering exceptional customer experiences in a very high footfall Tesco environment
• Working closely with optometrists and clinical teams across double test rooms
• Being visible and hands on on the shop floor as a confident Store Manager
• Creating a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues feel supported and engaged

Skills and experience

• Proven people management experience (optics experience preferred but not essential)
• Experience creating and delivering store improvement or action plans
• Strong commercial awareness and a KPI driven mindset
• Ability to solve complex problems for customers and colleagues
• Confident managing change and maintaining performance in a fast paced environment
• High emotional intelligence with a genuine passion for people
• A positive, motivating leadership style suited to a Store Manager role

Benefits

• Free eyewear annually from day one
• Monthly bonus potential up to around £1,030
• Family & friends discount of up to 75%, plus free eye tests
• 33 days annual leave, with buy/sell options
• Employee Assistance Programme supporting your wellbeing
• Opportunities to support the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation

Why Vision Express?

At Vision Express, our Store Managers are at the heart of everything we do. As a Store Manager, you’ll be part of a business that champions diversity, inclusion and development, where differences are valued and progression is encouraged. We believe strong leadership and mutual trust are key to delivering exceptional results — for our customers, our teams and our communities.

We’re thrilled that you’re considering applying to work with us. As a first step, you’ll need to submit your online application via our careers site. That’s when we review your application against role requirements. Unsuccessful applications will be informed by email.