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Dispensing Manager (DO) - Independent Opticians Practice

Location: 20 minutes by train from Edinburgh / 35 minutes from Glasgow
Salary: £38,000 basic + strong commission/bonus potential
Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Tuesday to Saturday rota)

About the Role
We are excited to present an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Dispensing Optician to take on the role of Dispensing Manager within a well-established independent opticians practice. The practice has a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality eyewear and exceptional customer service, and is now looking for a motivated individual to step into a leadership role.

This role offers the chance to join a commercially-driven, high-performing business. The practice consistently exceeds industry expectations, with turnover significantly higher than the industry average. As the current director looks toward retirement in the next 5 years, this position also presents a unique opportunity for long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities
As Dispensing Manager, you will:

• Lead the dispensing side of the business, focusing on high-end, independent frames and premium lenses from renowned manufacturers in Germany and Japan.
• Take responsibility for driving growth in the dispensing side of the practice, with a commercial focus to increase revenue and performance.
• Collaborate closely with an experienced team to ensure excellent customer care and professional dispensing standards.
• Play a key role in the business's long-term success, with the opportunity to take on greater responsibility as part of the director's succession plan.

What We're Looking For
We're seeking a Dispensing Optician who is:

• Passionate about high-quality dispensing and independent eyewear.
• Commercially-minded with a strong desire to contribute to the growth of the business.
• Experienced in managing the dispensing side of an opticians practice, with a focus on both quality and service.
• Ideally early to mid-career and seeking a long-term opportunity for career progression within a stable, high-performing practice.

Why This Role?

• Exceptional performance: The practice is generating a very high in turnover, far exceeding the industry benchmark, highlighting its success and strong market position.
• Stable, experienced team: Work alongside an experienced Optical Assistant and Optometrist with long tenures, creating a supportive and consistent team environment.
• Future growth opportunities: With the current director planning for retirement, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role and shape the future direction of the business.
• Focus on quality: The practice sources frames exclusively from independent suppliers and focuses on premium lenses, making it an ideal environment for a Dispensing Optician with a passion for quality eyewear.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of £38,000 (maybe some flex for the right experience) basic with the potential for strong commissions and bonuses based on sales.
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth within a financially successful and independent practice.
• Friendly, supportive team environment with a focus on quality and service.

How to Apply
If you are a commercially-driven Dispensing Optician looking for a new challenge with long-term career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter to to apply, or call and ask for Danny.