Licensed Optician

EssilorLuxottica Group; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakley, part of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking an Optician for our Garden State Plaza store in Paramus, NJ. The role focuses on educating customers, elevating performance of optical products, and driving exceptional service on the sales floor.

The ideal candidate has a current state optician license, retail experience, and strong communication skills to build lasting customer relationships. Flexible schedule and ability to lift up to 40 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Current State Optician License.
• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Knowledge of current optical theory and practices.
• 1+ years of retail sales experience.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Creates exceptional customer experiences and provides urgent, accurate service.
• Demonstrates product knowledge; explains lens and frame features and benefits to customers.
• Leads optical operations in partnership with Store Management to identify Rx expansion opportunities.
• Fosters learning so team members become experts in Oakley optical products and services.
• Builds relationships with the local community to attract new customers.
• Troubleshoots issues and resolves customer concerns promptly and effectively.

Skills

Optician license

Retail sales

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID:936896
Store #:00B055 Garden State Plaza
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

At Oakley, we believe everyone in the world can and will become better. We’re cultivating a safe and inclusive environment where all voices can evoke meaningful and purposeful change. When you’re free to be the best version of yourself is when you can Be Who You Are.

With us, you’ll be part of a team that’s influencing athletes, whether they’re running in your neighborhood or standing on an Olympic podium. Together we bring the latest in advanced eyewear technology and apparel innovation to our athletes and our customers. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION:

As an Optician you will act as an ambassador for Oakley with the aim to educate and push the boundaries of what is possible through elevating performance of our customers; both on and off the field. As a business leader within Oakley Retail, you will engage the community, inspire learning among the team, grow the business through exceptional customer service, and ensure Oakley customers receive the highest performance from our optical products and services.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates an exceptional customer experience and shows urgency in providing service to customers and satisfying their needs.
• Demonstrates superior product knowledge; takes the initiative to accurately describe the features & benefits of various lenses & frames using appropriate tools to reinforce the customers’ final selection.
• Acts as a leader in optical operations and works in partnership with Store Management to determine growth opportunities for Rx expansion as a driver of the overall business.
• Fosters an environment of learning where all team members become experts in our optical products and service offerings.
• Engages and builds relationships with the local community to attract a new customer base.
• Anticipates problems; explores underlying reasons for customer issues; strives to develop long-term solutions to problems & ensures customers are satisfied and expectations are exceeded. Acts quickly for resolution. Partners with management as necessary.
• Performs work accurately and thoroughly utilizing all technology despite time, pressure, and customer volume, troubleshooting issues as they arise.
• Supports daily Retail Operational funtions, follows all operating policies & procedures and partners with all members of the management team.
• Take pride in store appearance, shows initiative to assists the store team in maintaining the store's visual objectives, housekeeping standards, and assisting with floor and fixture changes.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed in support of the overall operations of the store/business.
• Helps foster an inclusive culture by treating customers and colleagues with respect.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Current State Optician License
• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Knowledge of current optical theory and practices
• 1+ years of retail sales experience
• Availability to work a flexible schedule and the hours necessary to open and/or close the store, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong communication skills (verbal & written), including strong relationship building skills
• Ability to be on your feet most of the day or moving on the sales floor or stock room
• Ability to maneuver merchandise and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Physical activities include engaging in repetitive motions, bending, kneeling, twisting, stretching, squatting, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting, climbing, carrying, walking, reaching and/or using a step stool on a frequent basis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Optical dispensing experience

Pay Range:25.02-39.02

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.