Kering Eyewear Retail Excellence Manager

Dubai • UAE

Friday, February 14, 2025

Kering Eyewear, a distinguished entity within the global luxury conglomerate Kering, stands as a preeminent leader in the luxury and high-end eyewear sector. The brand is renowned for its innovative design, development, and marketing of premium frames and sunglasses, catering to the luxury and sport & lifestyle segments. As part of Kering, a group that champions creativity and innovation, Kering Eyewear empowers its brands to transcend boundaries, fostering an environment where artistic and financial potential is realized sustainably.

1. Implement technical training programs for various roles including Sales Associates, Brand Ambassadors, and LABs within the assigned region.
2. Execute training programs through diverse formats such as classroom training, in-store training, on-field coaching, and webinars.
3. Collaborate with multiple sales channels to understand different business models and define effective training strategies.
4. Customize training materials provided by headquarters to meet specific market needs.
5. Support local sales events by reinforcing technical messages during collection presentations.
6. Conduct efficient store visits aligned with key channel priorities and objectives, while monitoring competitors.
7. Analyze key performance indicators to measure the relevance and effectiveness of training.
8. Manage and monitor the travel budget to ensure cost-effectiveness.
9. Proactively seek new and efficient training solutions and methodologies.
10. Understand brand business models and objectives, focusing on brand DNA, heritage, collections, product features, and technicalities.

1. 3-4 years of experience in a similar role.
2. Degree in Optics and Optometry or previous experience in the optical industry.

1. Excellent training content creation and copywriting skills.
2. Fluency in English and Arabic (Levantine or Egyptian dialects).
3. Proficiency in MS Office with advanced expertise in PowerPoint.
4. Familiarity with both traditional and modern training methods.
5. Strong focus on results and adherence to deadlines.
6. Dynamic, proactive, flexible, and curious with a commitment to teamwork.
7. Strong team player with excellent communication skills, entrepreneurial spirit, autonomy, and problem-solving abilities.
8. Passion and enthusiasm for optical training and product development.
9. Willingness to travel 60% of the time within the MEA region.

3-4 years of experience in a similar role within the optical industry.

Degree in Optics and Optometry or equivalent experience in the optical industry.

Opportunity to join a thriving company within a global luxury group, with endless possibilities for learning and growth. Kering is committed to talent development, fostering internal mobility, and promoting leadership skills.

Kering fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing diversity in all its forms, including gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. The company promotes a stimulating and fulfilling work environment where employees can express their talents and adapt to a changing world.