Optical Department Leader: Grow Sales & Member Experience

Walmart; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart in Latham, NY is seeking an Optical Department Leader to drive sales, ensure pricing accuracy, inventory oversight, and seasonal execution under optometric supervision. You will supervise eyewear fittings, member consultations, HIPAA compliance, and quality assurance while coaching the optical team and coordinating with labs and vendors.

This role emphasizes service excellence, community engagement, and adherence to safety standards to deliver reliable vision solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include: completion of 2+ years of college; 1 year retail experience and 1 year supervisory experience; 2 years general work experience including 1 year optical experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead department sales growth through merchandising, pricing accuracy, inventory oversight, and seasonal execution.
• Forecast sales trends and align product assortments with member needs, community demographics, and local patterns.
• Oversee eyewear fittings, measurements, and contact lens education with HIPAA compliance.
• Coach and develop the optical team through hiring, training, performance management, and credential renewals.
• Coordinate order processing, labs, and supplier communications; maintain equipment calibration and maintenance.

Job description

Walmart in Latham, NY is seeking an Optical Department Leader to drive sales, ensure pricing accuracy, inventory oversight, and seasonal execution under optometric supervision. You will supervise eyewear fittings, member consultations, HIPAA compliance, and quality assurance while coaching the optical team and coordinating with labs and vendors.

This role emphasizes service excellence, community engagement, and adherence to safety standards to deliver reliable vision solutions.