General Manager, Optical Retail

Job overview

The General Manager, Optical Retail role is onsite in Chicago, IL. Pay is $50,000–$65,000 per year. Big City Optical’s stated mission is to provide preeminent eye care in its communities.

What you'll do

• Oversee daily optical retail store operations and lead the optical team
• recruit, train, mentor, and supervise associates
• set sales targets and motivate staff
• prepare promotional materials and displays
• manage schedules, budgets, financial records, and inventory
• address customer complaints
• ensure health and safety compliance
• report sales trends and recommendations to the district manager.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

general manager

optical retail

chicago il

big city optical

store operations

optical associates

sales targets

eyewear

$50k–$65k/year

up to 10 miles travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Incentive plan participation, company-subsidized medical and dental insurance, company-paid short-term disability insurance, 401(k) with 10% match, paid time off, and employee discount plan.

Why this role

Requires three years of retail supervisory experience with a record of achieving sales targets and one year of optical managerial experience. A high school diploma or GED is required; a college degree is preferred. The role may require travel up to 10 miles to support other locations.

About the employer

Big City Optical LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Optical Goods Retailers. Sector: 45.