Sales Associate – Optical - Part Time

National Vision; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,218; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings with company match

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

College scholarship program

Job summary

National Vision is hiring a Sales Associate in Niles, Illinois. You will be key in providing excellent customer service while supporting store operations and achieving sales goals. Key responsibilities include assisting customers in selecting eyewear, dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses, and maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of retail or customer service experience and must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. Enjoy benefits like a 401k with company match, employee eyewear discounts, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of retail or customer service experience is preferred.
• Skill at multi-tasking and handling a fast‑paced work environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service while supporting store sales goals.
• Help customers select eyewear based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget.
• Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide lens training.
• Maintain accurate customer and patient records.
• Keep the store clean, organized, and visually merchandised.

Job description

• Compensation: USD 15 - USD 17.58 - hourly

Company Description

America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. With over 1,000 stores and counting, each location aims to provide customers with the attention and expertise they deserve. For more information about America's Best, visit AmericasBest.com.

Job Description

As a Sales Associate, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional experience for our customers while supporting store operations and sales goals.

• Provide excellent customer service while supporting store sales goals
• Help customers select eyewear based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget
• Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide lens training (as permitted by state law)
• Educate customers on eyewear and contact lens care
• Maintain accurate customer and patient records
• Communicate order status and answer incoming phone calls
• Keep the store clean, organized, and visually merchandised to brand standards
• Support inventory control and loss prevention procedures
• Other duties as assigned

How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we’re closed!

Qualifications

What You’ll Need:

• 1+ year of retail or customer service experience is preferred
• Skill at multi-tasking and handling a fast‑paced work environment
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Additional Information

At National Vision, we reward hard work with competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and a benefits package to support you and your family.

Our Benefits Include:

• 401k retirement savings with company match and stock purchase plan
• Parental leave
• Employee eyewear discount
• College scholarship program

Focus on Professional Growth and Career Fulfillment:

• Access to educational courses
• Emphasis on internal promotions and career advancement

At National Vision, you’ll enjoy more than just a job – you’ll have the chance to thrive in a rewarding career, surrounded by a supportive team and endless opportunities for growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.