Part Time Retail Sales Associate

Pearle Vision; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Medical + 401k

Vacation & holidays

Complimentary eyewear

Job summary

PearleVision in Gurnee and Buffalo Grove IL is hiring a Sales Associate to attract and retain patients by delivering an exceptional patient experience and promoting doctor satisfaction. The role emphasizes eyewear fittings, frame selection, and accurate pricing within a busy optical environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and retail/customer service experience. Competitive pay with benefits and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–2 years in retail preferred.
• Ability to sell with strong sales skills and be accountable for results.
• Experience in retail or customer service; ability to build relationships with doctors.
• Ability to present and implement decisive, creative solutions to grow the business.
• Enthusiastic, concise communication to meet patient expectations.

Responsibilities

• Drive profitable store sales by fostering a retail selling culture.
• Develop professional relationships with colleagues and Doctors.
• Fill ophthalmic eyeglass prescriptions and fit lenses/frames to patient needs.
• Provide guidance on pricing, POS entries, and delivery quotes.
• Assist with Managed Vision Care guidance.
• Merchandise stores per Planogram and Company standards.
• Other duties as assigned by Store Manager.

Skills

Sales skills

Retail experience

Communication

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Risk taking

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GENERAL FUNCTION:

PearleVision in Gurnee and Buffalo Grove IL is hiring a Sales Associate to join our team of professionals. Basic function of the Sales Associate is to attract and retain patients by delivering an exceptional patient experience, foster patient retention, and promote outstanding doctor satisfaction.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive pay and generous commission structure
• Medical Insurance and 401k retirement plan
• Vacation and Holiday pay for full-time employees
• Complimentary eyewear once a year

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive profitable store sales by fostering a retail selling culture by practicing through role-playing, and using effective retail sales skills.
• Develop professional business relationships with other associates and Doctors.
• Fill ophthalmic eyeglass prescriptions, and fit and adapt lenses and frames, to include but not limited to the following:
  • Utilize optical prescription in conjunction to the patient's visual requirements.
  • Recommend specific lenses, and lens coatings to suit patient needs.
  • Assist patients in the selection of frames, and coordinate frames to prescription and patient need.
  • Perform appropriate optical related measurements.
• Ensure a quality patient experience through correct pricing, POS entry, and realistic delivery time quotes.
• Provide appropriate guidance to patients regarding Managed Vision Care.
• Assist with ensuring each store is effectively merchandised and presented according to Planogram and other Company standards.
• Assist the store with being effectively merchandised according to the Planogram and other Company standards.
• Other duties as assigned by Store Manager

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to sell through use of sales skills and accountability for sales results.
• Experience and proven results with a retail or customer service establishment.
• Ability to present and implement decisive and creative solutions to opportunities to grow the business.
• Ability to provide enthusiastic and concise communication to meet/exceed patient expectations.
• Foster positive and results-oriented associate and doctor relationships.
• Attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to manage priorities through adaptability and flexibility.
• Willingness to take calculated risks.
• Experience with personal computers preferred.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent, or comparable experience typically achieved with a minimum of 1-2 years in a retail environment.

The incumbent or successful candidate must meet the position requirements above in order to perform the essential functions of this position and achieve the outcomes/results indicated in this position description. The Company will make every effort to make reasonable accommodations upon request to enable qualified individuals with known disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.