Sales Associate

Luxottica; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Various employee discounts

Job summary

LensCrafters in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Sales Associate to deliver an exceptional shopping experience and foster brand loyalty among our patients and customers. You will greet customers, stay informed on current eyewear and lens options, and help maintain store visual standards while supporting teammates and management.

This role offers competitive pay, a first-class total rewards package, and opportunities to grow product knowledge and customer service skills in a dynamic optical care

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous sales or customer service experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while also being committed to creating an amazing customer experience.
• Self-motivated, team player.

Responsibilities

• Greet and serve customers while promoting a positive shopping experience.
• Inform merchandisers on stocking needs and maintain visual standards.
• Handle complex service issues and involve management as needed.
• Stay up-to-date on product assortment to act as a brand ambassador.
• Support opening and closing duties and attend meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Job description

LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We’ve got a vision for pairing state-of-the-art technology with a truly personal approach to eye care.
Everything we do is centered around sight. Because quality care helps us see the joy in life. Because learning from the best, makes us all better. Because continuing our legacy of the highest optical standards helps us innovate the future in optical care.

At LensCrafters, we want every person who enters our doors to feel our passion for care. And that's why we’re committed to taking care of you, so you can bring the best quality experience to our patients and customers.

LensCrafters 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

As a Sales Associate, your objective will be to provide an exceptional shopping experience that will encourage positive customer connections and brand loyalty.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote an excellent customer experience, including but are not limited to:
  • Greeting and serving customers
  • Inform merchandisers/managers on stocking needs
  • Ensure all visual standards set forth by management and the company are always maintained
  • Problem-solve for any customer issues and loop in management for assistance
• Manage complex customer service situations by applying a high touch level of assistance to VIP clientele on a regular basis and in turn ensure VIP clientele retention
• Remain up-to-date and educated on current product assortment to serve as an informed ambassador of the brand
• Actively listen and act on any instructions given by management or superior as defined by management at any time
• Occasionally assist with opening and closing duties as needed
• Comply with professional regulations, internal rules and code of conduct set forth by the company and management
• Attend and participate in occasional work meetings
• Hold yourself accountable for shift punctuality and proactively communicate to manager if obstacles arise
• Serve as an ambassador to the brand by leveraging your innate sensibility, style, and pre-established connection to the local and broader communities where our brands’ culture flourishes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of previous sales or customer service experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while also being committed to creating an amazing customer experience
• Self-motivated, team player

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.

• health care
• retirement savings
• paid time off/vacation
• various employee discounts

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.