Licensed Optician - Assistant Manager

National Vision, Inc.; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Savings

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental Leave

Employee Eyewear Discount

Job summary

National Vision, Inc. operates Eyeglass World, a nationwide retail eye care brand. An Assistant Manager leads daily store operations, motivates the team, and ensures customers receive quality eye care and a great shopping experience.

The role includes balancing staffing, recruiting, and maintaining performance. The company emphasizes professional growth and internal promotions, with a focus on accessible eyewear and value for customers.

Qualifications

• Optical sales experience; supervising experience preferred.
• Maintain ABO/NCLE certification as required by state/licensure.
• Strong leadership, coaching and team-building abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for management of store staff and doctors.

Responsibilities

• Drive profits, sales and performance goals per standards.
• Monitor sales against budget; report results to management.
• Ensure high-level customer service across the team.
• Maintain readiness of same-day service and production boards.
• Coordinate with General Manager, District Manager and Corporate Office.
• Foster relationships with doctors and store personnel.
• Oversee promotions, advertising and visual merchandising.
• Supervise and motivate staff to exceed performance standards.

Skills

Optical sales

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Education

ABO/NCLE certified

Tools

Ready When Promised board

Job description

Join Eyeglass World and help lead a team dedicated to delivering quality eye care and clear vision with style. With 100+ stores nationwide, we are known for trendy eyewear, unbeatable value, and same-day service. For more details about Eyeglass World, visit EyeglassWorld.com .Working at Eyeglass World also means you are a part of a larger family of brands, National Vision.At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. That’s why we make quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible for all.

As an Assistant Manager, you will oversee daily operations, support and motivate your team, and ensure customers receive quality eye care along with an exceptional shopping experience, leaving with both clear vision and great style.

How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we’re closed!

Job Description

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Drive and achieve profit, sales and performance goals according to NVI standards.
• Monitor sales results against budgeted.
• Ensure all store associates achieve and maintain the highest level of customer service.
• Maintain awareness of same day service using “Ready When Promised” production board.
• Communicate with the General Manger, District Manager, and Corporate Office and provide store reporting as required.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with doctor(s) associated with the store and serves as liaison between doctor and store personnel.
• Ensure store promotions, advertising, and visual merchandising are in place and all associates and doctors are aware of current promotions.
• Supervise and motivate Optician/Sales Associates and ensures the timely completion of day-to-day functions.
• Assist the General Manager with balancing staffing to store volume. Assist in recruiting, selecting and retaining a high caliber staff.
• Motivate associates to exceed performance standards.

Qualifications

Are you the right fit? – The Suitable Talent

• Optical sales experience. Supervising experience is preferred.
• Maintain Optical license in states that require licensure.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and build associate relationships.
• Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success.
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams.
• Able to present clear and concise information and respond to questions from managers, associates, and customers.
• Strong organizational skills for planning work and continuously monitoring progress towards goals.
• Ability to analyze, create, and understand financial reports.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems of varied scope.
• ABO and NCLE Certified.

Additional Information

At National Vision, we reward hard work with competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family now and in the future.

Our Benefits Include:

• Health & Dental Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Flex Spending Account
• Generous Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Employee Eyewear Discount

Focus on Professional Growth and Career Fulfillment:

• Training Programs: Develop your skills and knowledge with our comprehensive training offerings.
• Educational Courses: Gain access to courses that support both your personal and professional development.
• Internal Promotions: We emphasize career advancement from within, so you’ll have opportunities to grow with us long-term.

At National Vision, you’ll enjoy more than just a job – you’ll have the chance to thrive in a rewarding career, surrounded by a supportive team and endless opportunities for growth. Join us today and see your future clearly!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.