Licensed Optician - Greenwich, CT - Oliver Peoples

Certification TOGAF; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Retirement savings

Job summary

Oliver Peoples, part of EssilorLuxottica, seeks a Licensed Optician in Greenwich to lead luxury retail interactions, guide frame selections, and ensure precise eyewear fitting and service. The role emphasizes building a loyal client following, maintaining high service standards, and staying current with product knowledge.

The position requires a state optician license, strong sales experience in luxury retail, and flexibility for evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• State licensure or certification by a nationally-recognized opticianary association as an optician.
• 2+ years sales experience in the luxury service industry.
• Knowledge of current optical theory and practices.
• Natural ability in building a client following.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Polished appearance and strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintains extremely high standards of sales and service.
• Meets and exceeds all client service and sales standards by consistently delivering an exceptional experience.
• Connects and develops strong relationships with customers in order to build and maintain a strong client following.
• Guides customers in selecting frames and lenses suited for lifestyle, RX, and price needs.
• Records precise measurements, adjusts and fits eyewear, and ensures flawless final products.
• Ensures eyewear meets luxury retail standards of accuracy.
• Stays current on product knowledge and fashion trends to drive sales.
• Maintains presentation standards on sales floor and back office.
• Maintains inventory controls.
• Supports store policies and procedures.
• Trains and mentors managers and associates.
• Supports events setup and execution.
• Upholds Luxottica Retail values and vision.

Skills

Luxury sales

Client relationship building

Communication skills

Optical theory knowledge

Computer skills

Flexibility for non-traditional hours

Sales experience

Education

High School Diploma

State licensure or certification as an optician

Job description

Requisition ID:946289
Store #:008618 OP Greenwich
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

Oliver Peoples was founded in 1987 with the opening of its first boutique and subsequent launch of the original collection. From the beginning, Oliver Peoples had a passion for superior product, a distinctive culture rooted in California, and an obsession with service. These core values have remained at the foundation of the brand and endure today.

We strived to be the most prestigious and culturally distinctive eyewear company in the world. Committed to excellence in service; our stylists and opticians assist customers in selecting that perfect frame.

Oliver Peoples 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

The Licensed Optician assists in leading the Luxury Retail stores to success by building and maintaining a strong client following. Consistently delivers an exceptional experience in order to exceed service and sales expectations. Support the Store Manager in ensuring that all optical quality controls are in compliance

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains extremely high standards of sales and service.
• Meets and exceeds all client service and sales standards by consistently delivering an exceptional experience.
• Connects and develops strong relationships with customers in order to build and maintain a strong client following.
• Expertly guides customers in selecting frames and lenses that are best suited for their lifestyle, wardrobe, RX and price needs.
• Demonstrates flawless accuracy in taking and recording measurements, adjusting and fitting eyewear, and execution of all details.
• Ensures finished eyewear meets the Luxury Retail standard of flawless accuracy.
• Stays current on product knowledge and fashion trends in order to drive sales.
• Maintains presentation standards both on the sales floor and back office.
• Maintains inventory controls.
• Understands and supports all Luxury Retail policies and procedures.
• Trains and mentors Managers and Associates.
• Supports set-up and execution of all events.
• Exemplifies Luxottica Retail vision, mission and values; celebrates Wins; leads by example.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• State licensure or certification by a nationally-recognized opticianary association as an optician
• 2+ years sales experience in the luxury service industry
• Knowledge of current optical theory and practices
• Natural ability in building a client following
• Sales Experience
• Polished Appearance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Resourceful and result driven
• Computer skills
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends

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.