Certified Optical Manager L2 - Sam' at Newington, Connecticut

Vision Center Manager

$38.00 - $48.00/hr* Full time Shifts may vary

Position Summary...

Drives sales in the Vision Center by ensuring effective merchandise presentation including accurate and competitive pricing proper signing and instock and inventory levels budgeting and forecasting sales and assessing economic trends and community needs

Models enforces and provides direction and guidance to Associates on proper CustomerMember service approaches and techniques to ensure CustomerMember needs complaints and issues are successfully resolved within Company guidelines and standards

Oversees the implementation of and participates in community outreach programs and encourages Associates to serve as good members of the community

Ensures compliance with Company and legal policies procedures and regulations for the Vision Center by analyzing and interpreting reports implementing and monitoring asset protection and safety controls overseeing safety operational and quality assurance reviews developing and implementing action plans to improve performance providing direction and guidance on executing Company programs and strategic initiatives and directing the Vision Center Associates in ensuring confidentiality of information documentation and assigned records

Provides supervision and development opportunities for Associates in the Vision Center by hiring training mentoring assigning duties providing recognition and promoting a belonging mindset in the workplace

Ensures the provision of quality eyewear by consulting with and educating MembersCustomers selecting products based on MemberCustomer needs obtaining measurements verifying prescriptions maintaining confidential information performing minor frame repair and maintaining Optical equipment

Upholds the Companys Open Door Policy: by meeting with Associates and listening to concerns researching issues reviewing Company policies and procedures and suggesting resolution for Associates

Coordinates completes and oversees jobrelated activities and assignments by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders supporting plans and initiatives to meet customer and business needs identifying and communicating goals and objectives building accountability for and measuring progress in achieving results identifying and addressing improvement opportunities and demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning

Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring and training mentoring assigning duties providing recognition and promoting a belonging mindset in the workplace

Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission values and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy: and providing direction and guidance on applying these in executing business processes and practices

Respect the individual: Builds highperforming teams embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where associates feel seen supported and connected through a culture of belonging creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform

Respect the individual: Works collaboratively builds strong and trusting relationships communicates with impact energy and positivity to motivate and influence

Respect the individual: Attracts and retains the best talent empowers and develops talent and recognizes others contributions and accomplishments

Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture holds oneself and others accountable supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers members and the world around useg creating a sense of belonging eliminating waste participating in local giving

Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble selfaware honest fair and transparent

Serve Our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customer first considers and adapts to how where and when customers shop and applies the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans

Serve Our Customers and Members Makes decisions based on data insights and analysis balances short and longterm priorities and considers our customers fellow associates shareholders suppliers business partners and communities when making plans

Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn takes calculated risks demonstrates courage and resilience and encourages learning from mistakes

Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements adopts and encourages the use of new technologies and skills and supports others through change

At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!

-Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage

-Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance

-Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The hourly wage range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Completion of 2 or more years' of college OR 1 year's retail experience and 1 year's supervisory experience OR 2 years' general work experience including 1 year's optical experience.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Current eligibility to work as an optician or apprentice optician under applicable state laws, regulations, and/or rules.

Preferred Qualifications...

Supervising Associates

Primary Location... 3465 BERLIN TURN PIKE, NEWINGTON, CT 06111-5106, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Explore our benefits

Club membership No cost to you As a Sam's Club associate, you're eligible to enjoy a complimentary Sam's Club Membership, which includes access to exclusive pricing, savings events and access to a wide range of products and services, both in-store and online, plus a 10% discount on fresh fruits and veggies.

Live Better U 100% covered Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Clear Pathways Grow your skills Sam's Club has invested in the next generation of talent through in-house training programs and community-based organizations that cultivate opportunities for everyone.

Financial perks Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans Paid time off Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more Comprehensive health benefits Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family Wellbeing programs Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life's challenges Career growth opportunities Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance

That's just the beginning. We offer more perks specificto your work location and role. Learn about our benefits

Life at Sam's club At Sam's Club, we foster a culture of teamwork, growth, and innovation. Here, associates are empowered to take initiative, solve problems, and contribute to a shared mission of delivering exceptional service and value to our members. We believe in supporting each other like family, creating an environment where everyone's voice is heard and respected. Collaboration is at the core of everything we do. Whether it's working together in the club or brainstorming new ideas in the corporate office. We're committed to your development, offering continuous learning opportunities and celebrating the unique skills each associate brings. At Sam's Club, your work makes an impact every day, and we're excited to have you as part of our community.