Sales and Training Manager
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So, you're a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service whilst driving sales? Sounds like you'd be a great fit here. So, if you've ever considered a career in optics, this Sales and Training Manager role could be perfect for you.
As a Sales and Training Manage you need to be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores whilst ensuring our team are fully trained and able to perform to the best of their abilities.
Our store
Based in the centre of Rutherglen our store is a fast paced and exciting place to be.
Our team
We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.
What's on offer?
As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
- Salary £27,000 per annum (depending on experience)
- Bonus potential
- Working hours 40 a week (1 in 3 weekends to be worked)
- On street parking near store
- We will auto-enrol you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
- Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
- WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
- Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
- Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
- Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
- Working for a certified "Great Place to Work" company: Working at Specsavers | Great Place to Work® UK
What we're looking for?
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Commercial Performance
- Drive sales growth through effective leadership, coaching, and role-modelling best-in-class customer service
- Analyse sales performance, KPIs, and conversion data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Implement action plans to achieve and exceed store sales targets
- Support promotional activity, launches, and sales campaigns
Training & Development
- Lead the induction, training, and ongoing development of colleagues
- Deliver structured sales and service training aligned to company standards
- Coach team members on the shop floor to build confidence, product knowledge, and selling skills
- Identify talent and support succession planning within the store
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience in retail management or supervisory role
- Strong track record in driving sales and improving performance
- Passion for coaching, training, and developing people
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence and inspire
- Commercially focused with the ability to analyse data and KPIs
Checked all the boxes? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!
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