Optical Sales Associate - Manhattan, NY

Eyetastic Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match after 1 year

Paid Time Off

Employee and family discounts

Job summary

Eyetastic Services in New York City seeks an experienced Optical Sales Associate (unlicensed) to join a high-end private practice known for luxury sales and exceptional patient experiences. Both full-time and part-time roles are available, with competitive hourly pay and commission opportunities.

Responsibilities include fitting eyewear, guiding frame selections, and building a personal client base while delivering outstanding service and maintaining standards.

Qualifications

• Previous optical or luxury retail sales experience strongly preferred.
• Strong sales and client service skills; self-driven and dependable.
• Ability to build relationships and manage a book of business.
• Excellent troubleshooting and eyewear adjustment abilities.
• Professionalism, reliability, and a passion for the optical field.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and fill eyewear and contact lens prescriptions with precision and care
• Guide patients through frame and lens selection, ensuring style and function
• Perform fittings, adjustments, and troubleshooting for eyewear
• Deliver an outstanding luxury sales and client experience
• Build and manage a personal book of business
• Maintain inventory, display, and compliance standards
• Collaborate with the team to deliver seamless, top-tier patient care

Skills

Sales experience

Client service

Relationship building

Troubleshooting eyewear

Professionalism

Job description

An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Optical Sales Associate (unlicensed) to join a high‑end, patient‑focused private practice in New York City (Manhattan area)! This practice stands out for luxury sales and exceptional patient experiences, seeking driven professionals ready to elevate their careers in an energetic, supportive environment. Full‑time and part‑time positions available.

Compensation:

• Unlicensed Optical Sales Associate: $20-$30perhour
• Commission: 3% of sales (average $1,500+ per month; some earn double!)
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee and family discounts

Why This Practice?

• High‑end, luxury optical retail environment
• Strong focus on sales, customer experience, and building relationships
• Opportunities for growth
• Supportive team
• Comprehensive training provided for any unfamiliar equipment

Responsibilities:

• Interpret and fill eyewear and contact lens prescriptions with precision and care
• Guide patients through frame and lens selection, ensuring style and function
• Perform fittings, adjustments, and troubleshooting for eyewear
• Deliver an outstanding luxury sales and client experience
• Build and manage a personal book of business
• Maintain inventory, display, and compliance standards
• Collaborate with the team to deliver seamless, top‑tier patient care

What Makes a Great Candidate?

• Previous optical or luxury retail sales experience strongly preferred
• Strong sales and client service skills; self‑driven and dependable
• Ability to build relationships and manage a book of business
• Excellent troubleshooting and eyewear adjustment abilities
• Professionalism, reliability, and a passion for the optical field

This is a rare chance to join one of Manhattan's premier optical teams, where ambition and expertise are rewarded. Those who excel have real potential for career growth and advanced opportunities down the line.