Customer-First Optical & Hearing Sales Advisor

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on optical products

Full training provided

Career pathways into senior sales or管理

Job summary

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care is seeking a Sales Advisor to welcome customers and help them choose optical and hearing products. You’ll provide friendly, expert service in a fast-paced retail setting and support a team focused on delivering excellent customer journeys.

The successful candidate will combine strong communication with a willingness to learn, and will enjoy ongoing training, staff discounts, and clear career pathways within a family-run environment.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable attitude with strong communication skills.
• Team player who can work independently.
• Basic IT skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and professionally.
• Assist customers in selecting optical and hearing products.
• Provide clear advice on frame styles, lenses, and hearing care.
• Process sales and bookings using in-branch systems.
• Support stock management and merchandising.
• Keep the store clean, welcoming, and well presented.
• Collaborate with Optometrists, Hearing Aid Audiologists and the branch team to ensure a seamless journey.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

IT basics

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About The Role

At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, we put people at the heart of everything we do. As a Sales Advisor, you’ll be the first point of contact for our customers—helping them feel welcome, understood, and supported as they choose products and services that improve their lives.

About The Role

At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, we put people at the heart of everything we do. As a Sales Advisor, you’ll be the first point of contact for our customers—helping them feel welcome, understood, and supported as they choose products and services that improve their lives.

Whether it’s helping someone find their perfect pair of glasses or explaining how hearing care can boost confidence, you’ll deliver friendly, expert service in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with warmth and professionalism
• Assist customers in selecting optical and hearing products
• Provide clear, helpful advice on frame styles, lenses, and hearing care
• Process sales and bookings using in-branch systems
• Support stock management and merchandising
• Keep the store clean, welcoming, and well presented
• Work closely with Optometrists, Hearing Aid Audiologists and the wider branch team to ensure a seamless customer journey
  
  

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone with a friendly, approachable attitude and strong communication skills. While customer service or retail experience is preferred, it is not essential.

The ideal candidate will be able to work both as part of a team and independently, using their own initiative. A willingness to learn and grow within a supportive environment is important. Basic IT skills and strong attention to detail are also required for this role.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with opportunities to progress
• Full training and support from day one
• Staff discounts on optical and hearing products
• A welcoming team and family-run company culture
• Career pathways into senior sales, management, or clinical roles
• Generous staff discount scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)