Are you ready to manage a business as if it were your own?

An established and growing business within the optometry industry is looking for a commercially minded and entrepreneurial Regional Business Partner to take responsibility for the performance and growth of its George operation.

This is not a traditional management position. It is an opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to take ownership of business results, build a high-performing team and contribute directly to the success and profitability of the operation.

The successful candidate will receive a basic salary and performance-based incentives, with the potential to work towards a longer-term ownership opportunity based on performance, profitability and the agreed commercial model.

Minimum requirements

• Relevant experience in business management, branch management, retail management, practice management or operational leadership

• A proven track record of achieving sales, revenue or profitability targets

• Strong leadership and people-management skills

• Sound business and financial acumen

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

• Strong organisational and administrative skills

• Computer literacy

• A valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle

• Experience in optometry, healthcare or specialised retail will be advantageous

The ideal candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Thinks and acts like an entrepreneur

• Takes personal ownership of results

• Is commercially astute and financially aware

• Is motivated by growth, incentives and long-term opportunity

• Is confident in leading and developing a team

• Builds strong customer and business relationships

• Is comfortable making decisions and solving problems

• Remains accountable during both successful and challenging periods

• Can balance sales, service, people and operational responsibilities

• Is driven, resilient and willing to go the extra mile

Key responsibilities

• Take full operational responsibility for the branch and its performance

• Manage the operation with an owner’s mindset

• Drive revenue, profitability and sustainable business growth

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the region

• Build strong relationships with customers and local stakeholders

• Lead, motivate and manage the branch team

• Ensure excellent customer service and a professional client experience

• Monitor budgets, expenses, stock and operational performance

• Implement business strategies and local marketing initiatives

• Maintain high standards of administration, reporting and compliance

• Analyse performance information and take corrective action where required

• Protect and build the reputation of the business in the local market

What is offered

• A competitive basic salary

• Performance-based incentives linked to results

• The opportunity to manage and grow an established operation

• Support from an experienced national business

• The freedom to influence local growth and operational success

• A potential pathway towards a longer-term ownership interest, subject to performance and agreed commercial terms

IMPORTANT:

• Applications close 09 October 2026

• If you did not receive feedback within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

• Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be considered

• Only candidates who meet all our client's minimum requirements will be contacted