Flagship / Area Manager – New York City

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!)