Sales Associate - Optical - Part Time

Nationalvision1; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings with company

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

College scholarship program

Job summary

National Vision in Wallingford, CT seeks a Sales Associate to deliver an exceptional customer experience while supporting store operations and sales goals. You’ll help customers select eyewear, dispense glasses and lenses, and maintain accurate records.

The role emphasizes multitasking in a fast-paced environment, with a high school diploma and 1+ year of experience preferred. National Vision offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and support store sales goals.
• Help customers select eyewear based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget.
• Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide lens training where permitted.
• Educate customers on eyewear and contact lens care and maintain records.
• Communicate order status, answer calls, and keep the store organized.
• Support inventory control and loss prevention procedures.

Skills

Retail experience

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

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.

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 (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

In some locations, state laws require certain responsibilities to be performed by individuals with specific licenses or credentials. Job duties and work practices may vary to meet these requirements.

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

What You'll Need

• Experience & Skills: 1+ year of retail or customer service experience is preferred
• Versatility: Skilled at multi-tasking and handling a fast-paced work environment
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required

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

Our Benefits Include

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

Focus on Professional Growth and Career Fulfillment

• Training programs available
• 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.