Optical Inventory Specialist

At Vision Innovation Partners we exist to protect and restore vision. Because Vision is our Mission everyone at VIP focuses on providing great patient outcomes and experiences. A career at VIP provides opportunities for growth and development and a culture centered on our Shared Values PATIENTS.

The Optical Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing frame inventory across multiple optical
locations to ensure product availability inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. This role oversees
inventory replenishment vendor coordination inventory analysis and stock optimization while supporting
merchandising initiatives and company profitability goals.

The ideal candidate is highly organized detail-oriented analytical and experienced in inventory
management practices within a retail or optical environment.

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

This position requires the employee to work onsite at our designated location. Remote work is not available for this position. Candidates must be able and willing to work onsite.

What You Will Do:
Monitor frame inventory levels across all locations to maintain appropriate stock levels
Manage frame replenishment orders and inventory transfers between offices
Maintain accurate inventory records within company systems
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies shortages overages and receiving errors
Conduct regular inventory audits cycle counts and physical inventories
Monitor aged inventory and recommend actions to improve inventory turns
Coordinate frame ordering and replenishment with approved vendors
Track open orders back-orders product availability and shipment status
Work with vendors to resolve inventory shipping and product issues
Assist with onboarding new frame collections and product launches
Maintain vendor catalogs pricing and product information

Analyze inventory trends stock levels and product performance
Track key inventory metrics including:
o Inventory turns
o Stock-out rates
o Product utilization
o Aged inventory
o Inventory accuracy
Prepare regular inventory reports for leadership review
Make recommendations to optimize inventory investment and improve product availability

What You Will Bring:

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of frame merchandising and product assortments
Familiarity with Compulink or similar optical management systems
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred
2 years of inventory management purchasing retail operations or optical experience
Optical industry experience Preferred
Experience managing multi-location inventory
Inventory Control
Data Analysis
Vendor Management
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving
Time Management

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Excellent comprehensive benefits
• 401(K)
• Significant eye care discounts
• Continuing education allowances
• Career growth and development
• PTO and holidays off

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.