Licensed Optical Supervisor - Derby Street Shops
About The Position
Warby Parker is seeking an Optical Supervisor to join their team of in-house optical professionals. This role involves creating exceptional customer experiences through optical expertise, a friendly demeanor, and product knowledge. The supervisor will act as a keyholder, assisting with store opening and closing, and maintaining internal operations. They will also lead the team, fostering an upbeat and productive work environment for opticians and retail advisors. The ideal candidate is an energetic self-starter and lifelong learner eager to contribute to Warby Parker's growth.
Requirements
- Licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license or an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states.
- 2+ years of experience, including supervisor responsibilities.
- Passionate about the eyewear and retail industries.
- Clear, effective, and professional communicator, able to explain technical terms to customers.
- Dedicated to going above and beyond for customers and teammates.
- Energetic, positive team player adaptable to a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.
- Extremely detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and capable of juggling multiple responsibilities.
- Open-minded and continuously learning.
- Takes work seriously but not oneself.
- Not on the Office of Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
Responsibilities
- Work directly with customers to meet all of their eyewear needs.
- Take and record measurements, adjust and fit eyewear with flawless accuracy.
- Verify that finished eyewear meets optical standards and customer requirements.
- Explain prescription terminology and product offerings to customers.
- Ensure operational, service, and staff zoning procedures are executed to Warby Parker standards.
- Drive store vision and sales by providing excellent customer service and acting as the main contact for customer and operational questions.
- Lead and mentor the Optical team, including participants of the Optician Apprentice Program, by exemplifying great service.
- Assist in maintaining general store systems, inventory databases, and business operations.
- Foster and support a productive, positive employee culture within the store.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid sick leave
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation days per year
- Retirement savings plan (401(k))
- Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
- Short-term disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bereavement Support
- Optical Education Reimbursement
- Free eyewear
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
