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Visionworks

Retail General Manager

Louisville, KY · On-site

$58K - $72K/yr

The General Manager will also manage a service driven team to ensure a simple, human and bold ... Optical management experience preferred * Licensed GMs must have a current State Opticians License ...

West Point Optical LLC

Optical Sales Associate

Florence, KY · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

GENERAL FUNCTION: The basic function of the Optician is to attract and retain patients by ... Provide appropriate guidance to patients regarding Managed Vision Care. * Assist the store with ...

West Point Optical LLC

Optical Sales Associate

Florence, KY · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

GENERAL FUNCTION: The basic function of the Optician is to attract and retain patients by ... Provide appropriate guidance to patients regarding Managed Vision Care. * Assist the store with ...

Pearle Vision

Optical Sales Associate

Florence, KY · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

GENERAL FUNCTION: The basic function of the Optician is to attract and retain patients by ... Provide appropriate guidance to patients regarding Managed Vision Care. * Assist the store with ...

Keplr Vision

Optician I - 042

Louisville, KY · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Manage inventory of frames and contact lenses to ensure optimum customer satisfaction and product ... Place optical orders with a general understanding of insurance benefits Experience & Skills ...

Keplr Vision

Optician I - 043

Louisville, KY · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Manage inventory of frames and contact lenses to ensure optimum customer satisfaction and product ... Place optical orders with a general understanding of insurance benefits Experience & Skills ...

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How much do optical general manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for optical general manager in Kentucky is $63,584.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,300.00 and $66,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an optical general manager?

An Optical General Manager oversees the daily operations of an optical store or department, managing staff, customer service, inventory, and sales performance. They are responsible for ensuring high standards of eye care, compliance with industry regulations, and achieving business goals. This role often involves hiring and training staff, developing marketing strategies, and maintaining relationships with suppliers. Optical General Managers must have strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to effectively run the business and deliver quality service to customers.

How does an optical general manager typically collaborate with optometrists and retail staff to ensure smooth clinic operations?

An Optical General Manager plays a key role in bridging the clinical and retail sides of an optical practice. They work closely with optometrists to coordinate patient appointments, ensure proper flow of information, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations. At the same time, they oversee retail staff, manage inventory, and implement sales strategies to achieve business goals. Effective communication and team leadership are essential, as the General Manager must balance patient care priorities with operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an optical general manager?

To thrive as an Optical General Manager, you need comprehensive knowledge of optical products, retail management experience, and a background in optometry or optical sciences, often supported by relevant certifications. Familiarity with practice management software, inventory systems, and point-of-sale tools is essential. Strong leadership, customer service, and problem-solving abilities set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure efficient operations, exceptional patient care, and sustained business growth in a competitive optical environment.
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Retail General Manager

Visionworks

Louisville, KY • On-site

$58K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Us:
Want to bring the "care" back to the vision care industry? We're looking for charismatic types who are ready to be the heart of our brand. Whether it's a friendly voice over the phone, or a welcoming smile when a patient walks into your store, we need individuals who are passionate about helping customers look great and see great.
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $58,656 - 72,840.37 per year
The Role:
A Visionworks General Manager (GM) is a leader of others and leader of the business at Visionworks. This person is a smart, business-savvy self-starter who knows their way around profitability and the driving factors of success. The General Manager will also manage a service driven team to ensure a simple, human and bold patient and customer journey from doctor appointment to eyewear pickup.
  • Maximize the store's profitability without compromising the patient/customer experience by setting and exceeding organization's financial and performance goals
  • Engage regularly with the Doctor to touch base on business needs, associates and patient/customer experience
  • Prep and plan business for the day by managing incoming traffic, doctor appointments, and scheduled eyewear services
  • Hire, Train, coach, develop and support store associates to perform in their respective roles with excellence to ensure a flawless patient/customer experience
  • Remove obstacles and find resolution in the patient/customer experience when needed
  • Lead, execute and improve all broad operational activities to meet the store's financial and customer experience goals

Qualifications:
  • HS Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Three (3) or more years of related experience required
  • Optical management experience preferred
  • Licensed GMs must have a current State Opticians License

What we offer!
At Visionworks, we offer a generous, competitive benefits package (for our part timers, too!) and exclusive employee discounts -including but not limited to
  • Vision Coverage)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
  • 401 (k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Time off
  • Milestone anniversary awards
  • Medical, Dental for Full Timers
  • And more!

Everyone has a story that makes them who they are. At Visionworks, we're looking for charismatic people who can lead authentically and with their own unique voice. We are actively committed to fostering an environment where all are seen and heard equally as we embrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).
VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Compensation range for the roles is above. Applicable salary rangers may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses, equity, and commissions.

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