Store Manager

Are you a motivated team leader with an eye for detail wanting to bring your skills to a global, difference-making company? You’ve come to the right place.  

As long as you’re ready to lead by example and champion a customer-first mindset, you can make a difference as a Store Manager at Specsavers Gloucester. Alongside your hard work keeping our store and team running like clockwork, we’ll support you to grow your skills even further than you thought possible. You’ll be at the forefront of bringing better hear and eye care to your community, while progressing your career and supporting others to do the same. In short, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. 

Our store   

The Gloucester Specsavers store is a busy environment based in the popular Eastgate Shopping Centre. The store benefits from a prominent retail location and features seven test rooms, serving a diverse customer base while offering expert clinical services alongside a wide range of stylish and affordable eyewear. It also benefits from excellent public transport links, with easy access to local bus routes and Gloucester railway station nearby, making it convenient for both customers and staff commuting from surrounding areas. 

Our team   

The Gloucester Specsavers store is supported by a large and experienced team of approximately 55–60 colleagues, creating a dynamic and fast-paced working environment. The team includes a mix of clinical and retail professionals, from optometrists and dispensing opticians to optical assistants and support roles, all working together to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the store. With a strong blend of experience and ongoing development, the team fosters a supportive culture where collaboration and knowledge-sharing are key, enabling colleagues at all levels to thrive and progress in their careers.

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:   

• Total package around £38,500, comprising basic salary plus performance based bonus, dependent on experience
• Full Time - 38.75 hours per week, to including 1 weekend day each week
• 33 days holiday
• We will auto-enroll 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

What we’re looking for? 

• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Proven experience in leading and managing teams
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to high standards
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• A passionate people person who thrives on building relationships
• Highly organised with strong time-management skills
• Hard-working, proactive, and committed to delivering results
• Optical experience is desirable; however, this is not essential, as full training and support can be provided for the right candidate.

Find out more 

If you have everything we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you. We can’t wait for you to apply!