Optician

EssilorLuxottica Group•Upper Merion Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Optician delivers the brand value proposition & helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community. Creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by delivering legendary customer service & perfectly crafted high quality eyewear which exceeds our customers’ expectations. EssilorLuxottica is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. They offer industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products, iconic brands, a network offering high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences, and leading e-commerce platforms. The VisilabGroup, part of EssilorLuxottica, is the No. 1 optician in Switzerland with 170 stores. They are looking for dedicated employees to drive the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent
ABO Certification
Optical dispensing experience
Strong customer service skills: communicator, listener & team builder
Knowledge of current store merchandise
Strong basic math skills
Awareness of current fashion trends
Selling skills – ability to use & carry an iPAD / tablet
Familiarity with POS, computers & calculators
Embrace new technology & change

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service & retail experience

Responsibilities

Greets all customers with a warm welcome right away, exchanges names, & ensures they know what to expect. Shows urgency in providing service to customers & satisfying their needs.
Custom fits glasses & precisely places prescription in lenses.
Acts as a leader in optical acumen that provides a voice for associates.
Takes & records measurements, adjusts or fits eyewear correctly, thorough & exact in details; ensures finished eyewear meets standards & customer requirements.
Attracts new customers.
Explores the needs & priorities of customers by asking open ended questions.
Is attentive to details, asks follow up questions for clarity, reads verbal/non-verbal cues; reviews prescriptions & identifies special needs, consults with Optician as needed.
Assists co-workers with difficult or complex areas of product needs & prescriptions.
Utilizes store tools & adheres to Brand Store Commitments.
Performs work accurately & thoroughly utilizing all technology despite time pressure & customer volume. Demonstrates superior product knowledge; takes the initiative to accurately describe the features & benefits of various lenses & frames using appropriate tools. Reinforces customers’ final selection.
Anticipates problems; explores underlying reasons for customer issues; strives to develop long-term solutions to problems & ensures customers are satisfied & expectations are exceeded. Acts quickly for resolution. Partners with management as necessary.
Possesses the ability to multi-task, prioritizes & manages time with competing priorities.
Commits to delivery date & time, seeks feedback & asks for referrals.
Strives to achieve exceptional results on Brand KPIs & competencies.
Presents, celebrates & educates at pick up.
Takes pride in store appearance, shows initiative to keep store clean, attractive & organized. Secures & protects company assets in your control.
Informs management of safety opportunities; demonstrates safe work practices.
Possesses a “can do” spirit & strong drive for results; self-motivated with a desire for continual learning & improvement.
Adheres to company policies & procedure, including but not limited to discounting, promotions & inventory management.
Sells on your feet 80%-100% of the time.
Additional duties may be assigned as needed (i.e. customer calls, dispensing eyewear, etc.).
Maintains proper dress code, including name tag & associate tablet.