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Asda

Nov 3

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC
  • On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD
  • Confident in coaching others
  • Commercially aware
  • Able to provide excellent customer and patient care
  • Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets
  • You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment
  • Organised and able to manage your time effectively
  • Registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role type you have applied for
  • Evidence of Right To Work in the UK
  • If applying in Wales, provide evidence of your WGOS module accreditation & inclusion on the Welsh NHS Administrative List

Responsibilities

  • You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the Optical Department.
  • With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians.
  • You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs.
  • Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role.
  • Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively.

FAQs

What is the location of the Optical Manager position?

The Optical Manager position is located in Stowmarket.

What type of employment is offered for the Optical Manager role?

The employment type offered is full-time.

Is the Optical Manager position permanent?

Yes, the Optical Manager position is a permanent contract.

What are the working hours for the Optical Manager position?

The working hours for the Optical Manager position are 40 hours per week, with a day shift pattern.

What is the salary for the Optical Manager role?

The salary for the Optical Manager role is competitive and comes with benefits.

What qualifications are required for the Optical Manager position?

Candidates must be a fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the General Optical Council (GOC).

What responsibilities will I have as an Optical Manager?

As an Optical Manager, you will oversee and manage the Optical Department, manage a team, ensure compliance, and address customer queries, among other tasks.

Will I be required to coach and develop my team in this role?

Yes, being confident in coaching others and developing your team is a key aspect of the Optical Manager role.

What kind of benefits package is offered for the Optical Manager position?

The benefits package includes a discretionary company bonus, company pension up to 7% matched, 10% colleague discount, free parking, professional indemnity insurance, GOC fees paid, CET package, and flexible working patterns.

What do I need to provide when applying for this Optical Manager position?

When applying, you must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role and provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If applying in Wales, additional accreditation evidence may be required.

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Asda

Reimagine Retail

Retail & Consumer Goods
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10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

ASDA is a British supermarket retailer that operates a chain of hypermarkets, supermarkets, and grocery stores in the United Kingdom. The company's primary focus is on providing a wide range of products, including groceries, clothing, electronics, and home goods, to customers at affordable prices. ASDA's ultimate mission revolves around offering value for money, quality products, and convenience to shoppers. As one of the leading retail chains in the UK, ASDA aims to make shopping more accessible and budget-friendly for diverse customer needs. Their purpose is deeply rooted in serving communities by supplying essential goods and fostering a positive shopping experience for customers across the country.