Assistant Store Manager

About the Company

The employer is part of EssilorLuxottica, a worldwide leader in lenses, frames, and sunglasses, bringing together deep expertise in eyewear design, manufacturing, and distribution. The group owns and works with well-known brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa, Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL, and in Australia and New Zealand it operates brands including Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban, and Laubman & Pank. Its broader mission is to help people see more and be more.

Role Overview

An opportunity is available for an Assistant Store Manager to support the Auckland International Airport store team in Auckland, New Zealand. This position offers exposure to a premium retail environment and the chance to work with globally recognised eyewear brands.

Working Pattern

This role requires flexibility across a roster provided in advance, with shifts scheduled between 4:30am and 11:30pm from Tuesday through Saturday. The position is described as offering strong earning potential in return for this flexibility.

About Sunglass Hut

Sunglass Hut is a leading global retailer of premium sunglasses with more than 3,000 stores worldwide. The brand carries popular names such as Ray-Ban, CHANEL, Prada, Miu Miu, Versace, and other high-fashion labels. The environment is fast-moving, customer-focused, and designed to help team members build their careers and product expertise.

What You Will Do

You will support the customer experience by helping shoppers style and customise luxury eyewear, contributing to a welcoming store atmosphere, and representing the brand in a positive way.

Perks and Benefits

• Supportive team culture with the chance to build lasting friendships.
• Annual product allowance worth $1,500.
• Family and friends discounts of up to 50% across OPSM, Sunglass Hut, Oakley, Ray-Ban, and Laubman & Pank.
• Up to 50% off Oakley eyewear and apparel throughout the year.
• Access to product and brand knowledge across major eyewear labels.
• Opportunities to take part in local and international volunteering through OneSight, including volunteer leave and ambassador pathways.
• Clear growth paths with national and global career progression opportunities.
• Learning resources through Leonardo, including retail certifications to strengthen knowledge and capability.

Responsibilities

• Represent and actively promote the company’s premium brands.
• Create an outstanding customer journey through personal connection, care, and attention to detail.
• Help maintain a lively, upbeat, and positive store atmosphere.

What We’re Looking For

• Background in retail, sales, or customer service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated attitude with a focus on meeting sales goals.
• Ability to perform well in a busy, energetic retail setting.

Additional Information

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume. Due to the number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The company emphasises inclusion, teamwork, flexibility, employee wellbeing, and a safe workplace where people are respected, valued, and empowered regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or life stage.