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Optical Sales Associate Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

Hot Springs, AR · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

As a Stanton Optical Sales Manager you would be our sales leader, assisting the Brand Manager in ... coach associates, foster a strong partnership with the Clinical team and Lab Staff, leading to ...

Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

Hot Springs, AR · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

As a Stanton Optical Sales Manager you would be our sales leader, assisting the Brand Manager in ... coach associates, foster a strong partnership with the Clinical team and Lab Staff, leading to ...

At Stanton Optical our Doctors Technicians carefully orchestrate an efficient flow and transition ... We offer competitive variable compensation opportunities and commission on sales. * Work with an ...

About us : Stanton Optical is among the nations fastest growing, full-service retail optical ... Drive sales to exceed personal and store daily, weekly and monthly revenue goals while delivering ...

At Stanton Optical our Doctors Technicians carefully orchestrate an efficient flow and transition ... We offer competitive variable compensation opportunities and commission on sales. * Work with an ...

About us : Stanton Optical is among the nation's fastest growing, full-service retail optical ... Drive sales to exceed personal and store daily, weekly and monthly revenue goals while delivering ...

About us : Stanton Optical is among the nations fastest growing, full-service retail optical ... Drive sales to exceed personal and store daily, weekly and monthly revenue goals while delivering ...

About us : Stanton Optical is among the nation's fastest growing, full-service retail optical ... Drive sales to exceed personal and store daily, weekly and monthly revenue goals while delivering ...

Maximize sales by using the company's best, better, good sales concept, maximizing key areas such ... Strong comfort level with optical and lens related concerns * Demonstrates the ability to actively ...

Maximize sales by using the company's best, better, good sales concept, maximizing key areas such ... Strong comfort level with optical and lens related concerns * Demonstrates the ability to actively ...

Cashier - Mall @ Turtle Creek

Jonesboro, AR · On-site

$12.50 - $15.63/hr

Customer Service & Sales - Greets and assists customers while providing excellent customer service ... optical. The Company and its 50,000 associates worldwide serve customers where, when, and how they ...

Optical Sales Associate information

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How much do optical sales associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for optical sales associate in Arkansas is $14.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.74 and $15.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optical Sales Associate vs Optical Technician?

AspectOptical Sales AssociateOptical Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sales experienceCertification or associate degree in optical technology
Work EnvironmentRetail optical stores, eyewear boutiquesOptical labs, eye care clinics, retail stores
Job FocusCustomer service, selling eyewear, assisting with frame selectionLens fitting, frame adjustments, optical measurements
Common UsageSales and customer interactionTechnical optical work and lens processing

The main difference between an Optical Sales Associate and an Optical Technician lies in their focus and responsibilities. Optical Sales Associates primarily assist customers with eyewear selection and sales, while Optical Technicians handle the technical aspects of lens fitting and optical equipment. Both roles are essential in the optical industry but require different skill sets and certifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an optical sales associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Optical Sales Associate, you need strong sales acumen, knowledge of eyewear products, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, lens fitting devices, and basic optometric terminology is typically required. Excellent customer service, active listening, and interpersonal communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure you can effectively assist customers, recommend suitable products, and drive sales in a retail optical environment.

What are some common challenges optical sales associates face when balancing customer service with sales targets?

Optical Sales Associates often navigate the challenge of providing personalized, informed service while also meeting sales goals set by management. Striking the right balance means actively listening to customers’ vision needs and preferences, recommending suitable products, and building trust—all without being overly pushy. Success in this role comes from product knowledge, excellent communication, and a genuine desire to help customers find the best optical solutions, which naturally supports sales objectives. Many associates find that developing strong relationships and focusing on education leads to both satisfied customers and consistent sales performance.

What is an optical sales associate?

Optical Sales Associates are retail professionals who help customers choose eyeglasses, contact lenses, and related products based on their prescriptions and preferences. They assist with frame selection, explain lens options, take measurements for proper fitting, and process sales transactions. Optical Sales Associates may also handle insurance claims, perform basic adjustments or repairs on eyewear, and provide excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction. Their role combines product knowledge, fashion sense, and technical skills in a fast-paced retail environment.
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Infographic showing various Optical Sales Associate job openings in Arkansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,243 per year, or $14.5 per hour.

Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

Stanton Optical

Hot Springs, AR • On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Stanton Optical rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 39 rated optical retailers


Job description

Reports to: Brand (Store) Manager

Location: On-Site Store Location

Do you love encouraging others to achieve their goals? Do you have a passion to drive results and coach a team to follow in your footsteps? As a Stanton Optical Sales Manager you would be our sales leader, assisting the Brand Manager in supervising and executing action plans to drive sales performance while creating a positive, results-driven team atmosphere. We are also motivated to invest in preparing you for the next steps in your career. By training you and encouraging you to take ownership of the role, you will be empowered to support store operations, train and coach associates, foster a strong partnership with the Clinical team and Lab Staff, leading to frequent exposure with Senior Leadership, and more.

About us:

Stanton Optical is among the nations fastest growing, full-service retail optical centers. We are dedicated to offering customer service and quality eyewear at affordable prices to our patients and customers. As a leading optical retailer, we offer some of the nation's most desirable optical brands

Our team members share and support the Vision, Mission and Values of our parent company, Now Optics. These include:

Vision: Modernizing the eye care experience for all people

Mission: Making eye care easy

Values: iCARE

  • Integrity: We see integrity as building a foundation of trust with our customers, employees and stakeholders by communicating honestly, ensuring consistency and delivering on our commitments

  • Collaboration: We see collaboration as combining the talents of a diverse group, offering proactive communication and being open-minded to new ideas

  • Accountability: We see accountability as taking initiative, delivering our best in all we do, accepting responsibility for our actions and taking ownership of results

  • Respect: We see respect as prioritizing human relationships, being present, connecting with transparency and empathy

  • Empowerment: We see empowerment as making purpose-driven decisions to support the company vision, showing appreciation for others, and taking care of the individuals we serve

Why join our winning team?

  • We are the fastest growing, founder-led, and privately owned eye care provider in the United States. We believe quality eye care should be easy, accessible, and affordable for all people. Stanton Optical, consistently rank among the nations top optical retailers.
  • We offer a flexible, dynamic work environment where we foster innovation and creativity. We encourage you to be proactive in sharing the great ideas you have to improve the business.
  • Eligible employees enjoy great benefits such as medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, company paid life and short-term disability coverage and free eyeglasses. We also offer identity theft protection, pet insurance, and much more.
  • Paid time off that increases with seniority
  • Professional development and promotion opportunities
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employees get 2 free eyeglasses (no dollar limit) every year, and Friends and Family discounts on our products!
  • We offer competitive variable compensation opportunities and commission on sales.
  • Work with an amazing team!

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Drive sales to exceed personal and store goals while delivering outstanding customer service experience.

  • Support Brand Manager duties frequently acting as Manager on duty to accomplish the following objectives:

    • Support store talent acquisition and talent development; including but not limited to direct recruiting, partnership with Recruiting Department, training new team members and ongoing development plans for store associates.

    • Building strong partnership with Clinical services.

    • Analyze daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly reports to ensure all staff members are achieving desired goals.

    • Communicates effectively and builds a strong partnership with the Support Center and Human Resources

    • Ensure proper lab production so that Now Service and Ready When Promised are achieved.

  • Execute simple customer repairs, assemble lenses into frames and edge stock lenses to expedite delivery of eyeglasses, and ensure customer orders are delivered accurately and on time.

  • Ensure brand standards are met in the lab area, and notify management of equipment malfunctions, incomplete orders, incorrect lenses, etc.

  • Keep track of delivery time commitments to patients (Now Service, Ready When Promised) to ensure 100% compliance.

  • Other duties as assigned and required.

Key Qualifications

  • You have demonstrated leadership ability with at least one year of experience in a fast paced retail environment

  • You have experience planning and implementing sales strategies, as well as directing a sales team

  • You have the ability to multitask, prioritize and be flexible with changing business needs in a team environment

  • You have the skills necessary to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people

Are you the perfect fit?

  • Do you share our vision of modernizing eye care for all people and making eye care easy?

  • Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent required?

  • Are you passionate about outstanding customer/patient care and eager to share that passion with others?

  • Do you have a strong interest in learning, embracing and fostering innovation among your team?

  • Are you consistently promoting high work standards while empowering others to have an entrepreneurial mentality with our company?

  • Do you have schedule flexibility? Work hours will be determined based on business needs

  • Are you knowledgeable about MS Word, Google Docs, etc?

  • Optical experience is a plus

Now Optics d/b/a Stanton Optical Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at our company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email retailcareers@stantonoptical.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.


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