Optical Department Manager

3 weeks ago


Tyne And Wear, United Kingdom ASDA Opticians Full time
About the Role

ASDA Opticians is seeking an experienced Dispensing Optician to take on a senior leadership position within our Optical Department. The successful candidate will oversee and manage a team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the General Optical Council (GOC), on track to meet statutory CPD points requirements, and possess strong coaching and leadership skills. They will be commercially aware, able to manage time effectively, and have excellent customer and patient care skills.

As part of this role, you will work closely with an Optometrist to develop and implement effective clinic management strategies, ensuring the shop floor process meets customer needs. Your primary objective will be to drive sales growth, maintain compliance, and achieve department targets.

We offer a competitive salary range $45,000 - $65,000 per annum, depending on experience. Additionally, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including discretionary company bonuses, company pension matching up to 7%, colleague discounts, free parking, and more.



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