Licensed Optical Manager - Belle Hall

Warby Parker • Mount Pleasant, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Warby Parker is seeking a skilled Optical Manager to join their in-house Optical team. This role involves using professional expertise and product knowledge to create exceptional customer experiences. The manager will act as a coach and team leader for the store's Opticians, while also providing direct customer consultations. The ideal candidate is a continuous learner, adaptable to challenges, fosters a positive work environment, and contributes to Warby Parker's growth.

Requirements

• A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states).
• 2+ years of experience in a management position.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, exhibiting model behavior, driving optical metrics, and adhering to strict optical standards.
• Ability to operate with a high sense of professionalism and open-mindedness in decision-making.
• Clear and effective communication skills, capable of explaining technical terms to customers.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize tasks for self and team in a fast-paced environment.
• Not on the Office of Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).

Nice To Haves

• Passionate about the eyewear and retail industries.
• Dedicated to going above-and-beyond to make customers and teammates happy.
• Takes work seriously, but not oneself.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to meet all of their eyewear needs.
• Take and record measurements, adjust and fit eyewear with flawless accuracy.
• Ensure finished eyewear meets optical standards and customer requirements.
• Explain prescription terminology and product offerings to customers.
• Manage a team of Opticians through feedback, development conversations, and leading by example.
• Uphold exceptional service standards and implement retail experience programs to increase customer loyalty and engagement.
• Report to the Store Leader, anticipating staffing needs and overseeing the Optician Apprentice Program.
• Stay updated on HR policies and procedures to promote a productive and safe store culture.
• Leverage company resources to enhance employee engagement and job satisfaction.
• Support general store systems, inventory databases, and business operations.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary/hourly rate
• Variable compensation for eligible employees
• Overtime pay for non-exempt employees (if required to work more than 40 hours)
• Health, vision, and dental insurance (for full-time employees)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (for full-time employees)
• Paid sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation days per year
• Retirement savings plan (401(k))
• Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
• Short-term disability (for full-time employees)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bereavement Support
• Optical Education Reimbursement
• Free eyewear

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed