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Job TitleOptical Manager- Gillingham Pier LocationChatham Docks Employment TypeFull time Contract TypePermanent Hours Per Week40 SalaryCompetitive salary plus benefits.CategoryOptical, Retail Healthcare Closing Date31 July 2025 Role OverviewAt Asda, nothing is more important than the health and wellbeing of our customers. We pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are crucial to our success, ensuring the team has everything needed to deliver high-quality service. We follow a fixed price approach, eliminating up-selling and providing transparent pricing for all lenses and glasses. You will be supported by our Home Office teams for clinical support and by Area Managers to maximize your role's impact. Regular updates and feedback on your performance will be provided.ResponsibilitiesOversee and manage the entire optical operation, including managing Optometrists and Optical assistants. Ensure compliance with processes and procedures. Review sales forecasts and department targets. Handle customer queries effectively. Manage clinic operations and shop floor processes to meet customer needs. Collaborate with Optometrists to coach and develop team members. Organize and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Qualifications & SkillsFully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC. On track to meet CPD statutory points requirements. Confident in coaching and providing excellent patient care. Driven, ambitious, and goal-oriented. Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced optics environment. Organized with effective time management skills.Application ProcessApply today by completing an online application.BenefitsWe offer a hybrid working model with at least 3 days in the office, along with additional requirements based on specific roles. Our benefits include: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online Access to wellbeing services like Wagestream, virtual GP, counselling, health and dental plans, and a helpline Inclusion networks to promote diversity and inclusion Generous parental leave policies, including maternity, paternity, shared parental, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments. We encourage colleagues to bring their true selves to work and be proud of who they are.#J-18808-Ljbffr