Entry Level Sales Representative - Remote (Training Provided)

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tasks

• Analyze the client's eyeglasses or contact lenses and by measuring the client's eye curvature, pupillary distance and bridge width, using optical measuring devices
• Obtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from a prescription prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometrist
• Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses
• Advise on use and care of contact lenses
• Arrange for grinding or polishing of lenses or grind and polish lenses
• Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames
• Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Experience

• Experience an asset

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Variable or compressed work week

Support for Persons with Disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees

Support for Youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth