Director, Operations Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Director, Operations position at Eye Doctor's Optical Outlets in Tampa, FL, has a salary range of $140,000.00 - $150,000.00. Responsibilities include managing retail operations, developing processes, and ensuring profitability. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years of management experience, and proficiency in MS Excel and Word. Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.
Job Description
Director, Operations 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 5709 Johns Road, Tampa, FL 33634 Eye Doctor’s Optical Outlets, a VSP Vision company, has been supporting the eye health of the central Florida community for more than 35 years. Our team is collectively dedicated to providing our patients with the highest level of customer service and quality eyewear at an affordable price. Offering a fun and inclusive work environment, you’ll know that you’re doing work that matters—helping people bring their best vision to life. Responsible for the management and implementation of all iCare and Optical Outlets retail operations in current and future locations. The position will have broad responsibility directing a team, developing and managing processes, implimentations and systems related to iCare / Optical Outlets operations. Responsible for insuring retail execution is in line with brand image to maximize practice performance and profitability. Accountable for the development, deployment, management, evaluation and consistent enhancement of a scalable operational platform including front and back-end IT systems, supply chain, inventory management, financial and operational reporting, training and implementation best practices Responsible for the deployment of the operational platform in various retail formats Direct the team responsible for the implementation and operational support/management of all iCare and Optical Outlets retail operational activities, taking overall accountability for the management and support of the workforce to ensure store locations operating in a designated area achieve set income and profit targets Develop and manage the implementation of corporate strategies and follows up on operational performance, training and metrics for iCare and Optical Outlets retail practices to ensure operational stability Accountable for achieving EBITDA targets which will be specified in the yearly business plan; monitors and comprehends the financial performance of the location using P&L statements; analyzes and manages financial results Responsible for the identification, elevation, recommendation and implementation of cost savings strategies to drive profitability Direct the team to achieve and maintain service goals, including customer service, quality, and labor sales targets; works closely with all sales representatives, merchandisers, and client locations Lead the team that is responsible for the identification, documentation and distribution of new policies and procedures Ensure updates are thoroughly understood and communicated by the iCare and Optical Outlets teams Monitor and maintain all quality control records, to include ensuring quality assurance and loss prevention policies and procedures are being adhered to Monitor performance of direct reports Provide prompt and objective coaching and counseling; conduct performance reviews and recommend salary increases Ensure effective communications are maintained within the units and externally Inform employees of plans and progress; ensure employee discussions are conducted at regular intervals Act as liaison to clients during operational performance reviews Accountable to directing change and resolving area pertaining to the operational platform not meeting expectations. Responsible for interviewing and hiring for open positions within the units ensuring that the most qualified candidates are selected. Responsible for managing overall operations process to ensure company margins are met Responsible for developing and implementing the approved annual operational plans for each unit Serve as the single point of accountability for the performance of the operational business plan Job Specifications Typically has the following skills or abilities: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience; Minimum of 2 additional years of experience related to functional area Minimum of 6 years of management experience with responsibilities for hiring, training, assigning work and managing performance of direct reports Familiar with optical industry practices and procedures Demonstrated experience from working with sales related training within the retail arena A strong understanding of various different optical retail formats Demonstrated understanding of the operational infrastructure needed for a large-scale organization including point of sales (POS) systems, reporting, finance, supply chain, inventory management and patient satisfactions Exceptional communication skills with internal and external stakeholders Strong business acumen including experience working with KPI’s and other performance metrics Exceptional understanding of retail operations principles and their application in the retail environment Proven experience managing external vendors, employees and products at multiple locations Demonstrated ability to supervise and effectively communicate changes in the work place Demonstrated ability to develop plans to accommodate growth Demonstrated ability to analyze and improve work processes Highly organized and ability to adapt to quickly changing priorities Ability to work well with all levels of management, build partnerships and direct teams Must be self-motivated and driven toward achievement of long-term goals Must be able to develop, work against, and meet tight and aggressive deadlines and goals Strong technical skills including proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word Ability to travel 25% of the time Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties
Work Location :
5709
Johns Rd Tampa, FL Salary Range :
$140,000.00 – $150,000.00 #LI-DNI Compensation range for the role is listed above. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. Optical Outlets Benefits Package To empower our employees and their families to achieve their human potential, we provide a benefits package with tools and resources to support all aspects of their health—physical, mental, emotional, and financial. Here’s a quick overview of the standard benefits package. Medical and dental insurance Free vision care insurance and eyewear discounts 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 3.3% Paid vacation and holidays Life, accidental, and disability insurance plans EAP access for employees and family VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Notice to
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