(USA) Vision Center Manager

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

The (USA) Vision Center Manager leads the department to achieve sales growth through strategic merchandising, pricing accuracy, and inventory management. This role involves forecasting trends, aligning product assortments with customer needs, and maintaining competitive positioning. The manager ensures high service standards, oversees optical operations, and fosters team development through coaching and performance management.

Additionally, the position supports community engagement, compliance with regulatory requirements, and operational excellence. By driving continuous improvement and building strong stakeholder relationships, the manager contributes to the overall success and visibility of the Vision Center within the organization.

About the team:

The Vision Center team is dedicated to delivering exceptional optical products and services that meet customer needs with precision and care. This team focuses on effective merchandising, inventory management, and maintaining high service standards to ensure a seamless customer experience. Collaborating closely with optometrists and stakeholders, the team supports operational excellence through continuous improvement and adherence to safety and compliance protocols.

Members are committed to professional growth, skill development, and fostering a respectful, accountable work environment that drives the Vision Center’s success and strengthens its presence within the community.

What you'll do:

• Lead sales growth through effective merchandising, pricing accuracy, and inventory management aligned with customer needs and local market trends.
• Forecast sales trends and adjust product assortments to optimize revenue performance.
• Monitor competitive pricing and implement strategies to maintain market relevance and achieve financial goals.
• Manage quality assurance, equipment maintenance, and compliance with HIPAA and optical regulations.
• Oversee team hiring, training, performance management, and development to ensure operational excellence.
• Build community relationships and represent the Vision Center in outreach and internal initiatives.
• Ensure accurate eyewear fittings, adjustments, and documentation under applicable supervision.

What you'll bring:

• Proven leadership experience in managing sales growth through merchandising, pricing, and inventory control.
• Strong analytical skills to forecast sales trends and align product assortments with customer needs and market conditions.
• Ability to monitor competitive pricing and adjust strategies to meet financial targets.
• Experience in coaching, developing, and managing teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Knowledge of optical products, measurements, and safety protocols under applicable supervision.
• Expertise in maintaining compliance with HIPAA, regulatory standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Your Career Journey at Walmart
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• At Walmart, 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 (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• 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.
• For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
• Live Better U is a Walmart-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 $24.50 - $37.50*
• *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
• Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
• Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
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• Minimum Qualifications...
• Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
• Option 1: Completion of 2 or more years of college.
• Option 2: 1 year's retail experience and 1 year's supervisory experience.
• Option 3: 2 years' general work experience, including 1 year's optical experience and high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Meets eligibility requirements to work in the Vision Center, including minimum age of 18, certification, registration, licensure, and other qualifications required by company policy and applicable regulations.
• Preferred Qualifications...
• Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
• Experience with insurance processing and electronic health records.
• Primary Location...
• 201 SE SALEM ST, OAK GROVE, MO 64075-9284, 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.