Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Boots Opticians UK (Leicester Gallowtree Gate)
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About this role
Assistant Manager - Boots Opticians UK (Leicester Gallowtree Gate)
Boots Opticians UK at 30 - 36 Gallowtree Gate, Leicester, LE1 1DD, seeks an Assistant Manager to support the Practice Manager in ensuring the smooth operation of the store. This position plays a crucial link between the day-to-day needs of the front-line team and the broader strategic objectives of senior management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supervising the optical team, fostering a productive and supportive working atmosphere.
- Addressing patient queries and resolving any escalations to ensure exceptional customer care.
- Assisting with stock management, including ordering and maintaining inventory levels.
- Deputising for the Practice Manager in their absence, maintaining operational continuity.
- Contributing to team training and development programmes, enhancing individual and collective skills.
What working in a role like this could offer you
Working as an Assistant Manager at Boots Opticians UK, Leicester Gallowtree Gate, offers significant professional advantages. You will gain valuable leadership and commercial acumen, preparing you for future management roles.
This position provides a clear pathway for career progression, with opportunities to advance into practice management and beyond within the wider Boots Opticians network. You will develop a , staff development, and contributing to practice performance.