Job Description
Full-time - Based in NYC
Start date: September 2025
Compensation: $45-$55 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Who We Are Boring? Expensive? Dull? That's what eyewear used to be.
Jimmy Fairly was born in Paris in 2010 with a mission to shake up the optical world: well-designed, high-quality glasses at fair prices-with a strong commitment to social impact.
Today, we have over
160 stores across Europe and the UK , and we're growing fast-
opening 30 new locations each year . Our model is simple and powerful: fresh collections every six weeks, short-circuit manufacturing, and a seamless, style-driven customer journey.
In partnership with Restoring Vision, we donate a pair of glasses for every one sold-because good vision should be a right, not a luxury.
Now, for the first time ever,
we're launching in the U.S. Our very first flagship store will open in
New York City in September 2025 , and we're looking for a passionate, entrepreneurial leader to help us write the next chapter.
This isn't just a store opening. It's the start of something big The Role As our
Flagship / Area Manager , you won't just run our first NYC store-you'll be the face of Jimmy Fairly in the US retail market.
This is a unique opportunity to build a brand from the ground up and shape what Jimmy Fairly looks like across the U.S.
You'll lead our flagship team day-to-day and serve as a key liaison between HQ in Paris and local operations, ensuring brand consistency, driving results, and laying the foundation for our future stores in the U.S.
Your Mission Customer Experience - Be the ultimate Jimmy Fairly ambassador in-store-lead by example with energy, warmth, and deep product knowledge.
- Train and empower your team to deliver a world-class, personalized experience-from eyewear styling to optical services.
- Build customer loyalty and community around the brand.
Commercial & Operational Leadership - Own store performance: monitor KPIs, track sales, identify opportunities, and drive results.
- Support store openings and oversee operations in future U.S. locations.
- Ensure retail excellence by maintaining VM standards, optimizing inventory, and managing store processes.
- Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and compliance with local regulations.
Team Development - Hire, coach, and develop your team with clear goals, training plans, and regular feedback.
- Foster a positive, inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and challenged.
- Spot talent and growth potential within your team and prepare them for leadership roles.
Retail Expansion & Strategy - Act as our local expert for the U.S. retail landscape: share insights, suggest improvements, and anticipate challenges.
- Collaborate with the HQ Retail and Expansion teams to roll out brand and operational strategies in the U.S.
- Be the "go-to" person on the ground as we scale.
What We're Looking For - At least 2 years' experience as a Store Manager
- Strong leadership skills with a passion for retail and fashion.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a start-up environment.
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
- Deep understanding of retail KPIs and how to activate them.
- A love for eyewear, style, and helping people feel good.
- You're proactive, flexible, and ready to roll up your sleeves.
- Fluency in English (French is a plus, not a must!)
Jimmy Fairly
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