Store Manager Manchester | Maternity Cover at Ace & Tate

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Ace & Tate Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, OpticalIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to lead with energy and purpose
  • Experience motivating teams and creating a positive in-store atmosphere
  • Skills in recruiting, onboarding, and training teams
  • Ability to drive performance by tracking KPIs and reaching sales and satisfaction goals
  • Capability to manage daily operations including scheduling and inventory
  • Ability to deliver standout customer service, especially guiding through eye test journeys
  • Optical skills to help customers choose frames and lenses, and perform adjustments and lens cutting (background in optics not required)

Responsibilities

  • Lead with energy and purpose – drive sales, motivate team, create positive in-store atmosphere
  • Recruit, onboard, and train – build skilled team with optical knowledge and customer care
  • Drive performance – track KPIs, support team in reaching sales and satisfaction goals, collaborate with HQ
  • Manage daily operations – handle scheduling, inventory, ensure efficient workflows
  • Deliver standout service – guide customers through eye test journey with care and expertise
  • Apply optical skills – help customers choose frames and lenses, carry out adjustments and lens cutting

Skills

Team Leadership
Sales Driving
Recruitment
Onboarding
Training
KPI Tracking
Inventory Management
Scheduling
Customer Service
Optical Knowledge
Eye Test Guidance
Frame Selection
Lens Adjustments
Lens Cutting

Ace & Tate

Designs and sells stylish eyewear products

About Ace & Tate

Ace & Tate designs and sells stylish eyewear, including glasses and sunglasses, for both prescription and non-prescription needs. Their products are available directly to consumers through their website and select physical stores, allowing them to offer premium eyewear at accessible prices, starting from €125 with prescription lenses included. The company maintains a streamlined supply chain and in-house production to keep costs down. Ace & Tate stands out from competitors by focusing on sustainability, offering bio and recycled glasses, and actively working to reduce their environmental impact. Their goal is to provide fashionable, affordable eyewear while engaging customers through exclusive offers and events.

Amsterdam, NetherlandsHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$15.2MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Social Impact, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Increased competition from brands like Warby Parker pressures market share and pricing.
Reliance on European and North American markets makes them vulnerable to economic changes.
Sustainability initiatives may increase operational costs, affecting profit margins.

Differentiation

Ace & Tate offers stylish eyewear at accessible prices, starting from €125.
The company emphasizes sustainability with bio and recycled glasses.
Ace & Tate engages customers through exclusive VIP lists for early access to designs.

Upsides

Collaborations with brands like GANNI enhance visibility and attract new customers.
Partnership with RELEX Solutions improves supply chain forecasting and replenishment.
Launch of irritation-free contact lenses meets demand for comfortable eyewear options.

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