Retail Field Trainer

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Location : This is a field-based role and candidates must be based in Winnipeg, MB. Regular travel to Specsavers locations is required.

Salary : $75,000 – $85,000

Actual compensation within the range will be based on experience We also offer quarterly variable compensation package (bonus) + car allowance + benefits

About Specsavers

Welcome to Specsavers - where we're not just about eyewear and eyecare, we're a purpose-driven organization committed to changing lives through better sight. Ranked as the 11th Best Workplace in Canada and 16th Best Workplace in the world by Great Place to Work, we take pride in our optometrist-owned business model, providing quality eyecare and affordable eyewear to Canadians across the country.

Our journey began 40 years ago in the UK, with visionary optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins. Today, we support over 2,700 healthcare businesses, passionately caring for more than 44 million patients and customers worldwide.

At Specsavers, we believe that access to quality eyecare should be a right, not a luxury. That's why we go above and beyond to transform the eyecare experience in Canada. With our advanced clinical equipment and an extensive range of affordable and high-quality eyewear, we're here to make a real difference in the lives of our customers.

But that’s not all - we're also dedicated to fostering a positive, inclusive and supportive work culture. We strive to create an environment where our partners thrive while benefiting from the collective support and resources of our dedicated teams.

If you're passionate about making a difference, providing incredible care, and being part of a values and purpose-driven organization, join us on our journey to revolutionize the way Canadians experience eyecare. Together, we can change lives through better sight.

What You’ll Do

Purpose of the role

The Retail Field Trainer (known internally as Regional Training Manager or RTM ) plays a vital role in welcoming new retail employees into the Specsavers world, serving as their first connection to our culture, values, and ways of working. They deliver first-class training and support to retail stores, focusing on driving employee excellence and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. By collaborating with cross-functional teams—including Retail Support, store leadership, HR, and the Support Office—they ensure that learning and development needs are met. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing training programs, onboarding new store teams across regional provinces and nationally, and helping stores achieve operational goals through effective learning strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop provincial and national store teams and Partners through the delivery of a range of workshops, store visits and online learning activities.
• Deliver and support pre-opening and store set-up for new stores within Province and nationally as needed.
• Support learners across the entire learning spectrum, from induction and new joiner onboarding to mastering Amazing Customer Experiences and providing Platinum moments.
• Work with the Regional Sales Team and other business team members to drive retail performance and support new initiatives in stores.
• Promote the use of self-led learning paths designed for Partners and their store colleagues.
• Assist with the ongoing development of a Train-the-Trainer model to equip stores with the skills and resources to train their teams effectively.
• Review store metrics to identify learning opportunities, and support stores in need of learning advancement to improve those metrics.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the region, encouraging open feedback and supporting development opportunities.
• Work closely with Central Operations, Opticianry, Product teams, and other business areas, to align training initiatives with broader business strategies and product launches.
• Challenge, advise, and provide coaching support for Retail Partners to ensure they are developing the skills and capability of their team and making full use of the training offer.
• Actively participate in continued professional development.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

At Specsavers, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that a diverse team enriches our work environment and enables us to achieve our goals. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you believe you can contribute to our mission and vision, we welcome your application, even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We value the unique skills and perspectives each individual brings to our team.

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