Retail Area Manager

About Hakim Optical Hakim Optical is one of Canada's leading optical retailers, proudly serving communities across the country for more than 50 years. With a strong commitment to quality eyewear, exceptional customer service, and continuous growth, we continue to expand our retail team across Canada. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and results-driven Area Manager to join our team. This is an existing position within our retail operations and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader who enjoys working with people, has a strong passion for retail operations and customer service, and is looking to build a rewarding career in a dynamic and growing organization. The Area Manager will be responsible for overseeing multiple locations, supporting store teams and managers, and improving operational performance, and ensuring a consistently high level of customer service across the assigned area. About the Role The Area Manager will oversee multiple Hakim Optical locations, work closely with Store Managers to drive sales, improve operations, and maintain exceptional customer service standards. This role will focus on team leadership, coaching, performance management, and operational excellence across the assigned area. Key Responsibilities Oversee and support the daily operations of multiple locations. Coach and develop Store Managers and their teams. Drive sales, customer service, and operational performance. Conduct regular store visits and identify opportunities for improvement. Ensure company policies and standards are consistently followed. Support recruitment, training, and employee development. Address operational and customer concerns effectively. Report on store performance and work with senior management on improvement strategies. Qualifications 3+ years of retail management experience, preferably in a multi-location environment. Strong leadership and people-management skills. Proven ability to drive sales and operational performance. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Ability to travel between assigned locations. Valid driver's license. What We Offer Competitive salary: $75,000 per year. Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Performance-based bonus opportunities. Store location: The Queensway

The Area Manager oversees multiple retail locations to drive sales and ensure high customer service standards. Key duties include coaching store managers, monitoring operational performance, and ensuring company policies are followed.

Candidates need over 3 years of retail management experience, preferably in a multi-location environment. A valid driver's license is required for travel between assigned stores.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits • Dental Benefits • Performance-based Bonus Opportunities

• Time managementPreferred
• Customer servicePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Retail Management
• Multi-unit Leadership
• Performance Management
• Coaching
• Sales Driving
• Operational Excellence
• Customer Service
• Recruitment
• Employee Development
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Communication

• Retail
• Management & Leadership
• Sales
• Customer Service & Support
• Healthcare

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available