Oakley ZVP (Head of Stores)

 Requisition ID: 866687 
Store #: X00057 Oakley Field Support - NY 5th 
Position:Full-Time
 

At Oakley, we believe everyone in the world can and will become better. We’re cultivating a safe and inclusive environment where all voices can evoke meaningful and purposeful change. When you’re free to be the best version of yourself is when you can Be Who You Are.

With us, you’ll be part of a team that’s influencing athletes, whether they’re running in your neighborhood or standing on an Olympic podium. Together we bring the latest in advanced eyewear technology and apparel innovation to our athletes and our customers. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more. ​

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Zone Vice President (ZVP) plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the overall strategy for our retail locations. This role leads a team of Regional Managers, ensuring operational excellence, fostering a collaborative environment, and driving the success of our stores. This role is vital, as the reporting org includes Store Managers and Associates who are critical to the brand’s success in North America as they represent the face of the Brand to consumers. The ZVP sets the tone and energy for these teams, ensuring an exceptional consumer experience every time. This role supports team success across all key measures, including business performance, customer satisfaction, leadership development, and flawless execution of operations and brand standards.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute strategic plans for retail field & store teams to align with overall business objectives, meet sales goals, and manage controllable expenses.
• Serves as a critical link between corporate and field teams, a member & active participant of the Leadership Team; develops productive relationships with key internal stakeholders (HR, Ops, Marketing, Finance) to ensure seamless execution of retail initiatives.
• Build and lead a high-performing Field Leadership team by recruiting top talent, driving brand experience, achieving business goals, and champion succession planning and cross-brand career paths.
• Participate in the recruitment & hiring process of Regional Managers, Market Managers, and high-volume store locations.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the performance of individual stores, markets, regions, and the total business.

• Effectively and fosters a culture of high-sales performance and drives initiatives to improve performance, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop & maintain a strong relationship with Product/ Assortment Execution to ensure Eyewear and AFA in Stores meet Regional demands; provide constructive and timely feedback, including seasonality implications, to influence product assortment.
• Facilitates the expansion of Rx in partnership with Operations and Talent Acquistion to recruit and retain Opticians, ensure successful execution of Rx training aligned with state licensing requirements, and identify opportunities to evolve the patient journey.
• Inspires leadership growth through formal and informal performance evaluations which assess professional development needs, accomplishments, and achievements of management objectives.
• Ensure properly allocated labor and resources to achieve the expectations of customers and maintain revenue and operating income goals.
• Proactively communicates insights and opportunities regarding Real Estate with Retail GM & Finance lead.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Senior retail management experience, preferably as Head of Stores or equivalent
• Results oriented.
• Comprehensive knowledge of retail operations, processes, sales strategies, and customer service.
• Excellent Training and Development skills
• Strong oral and written Communication
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to think critically and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong motivation, negotiating and influencing skills.
• Highly adaptable.
• Ability to travel up to 60%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in an Optical Retail environment
• Experience in Apparel sales
• 8+ years of retail multi-store management and operations

​Pay Range: 186,807.04  - 293,067.22 

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law. 

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