Inventory Support - Optical
US VisionMed Partners, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Practice located on the corner of Vermont and Vernon, Los Angeles, CA
Position Summary
The Inventory Support team member is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels, ensuring proper organization of optical products, and supporting daily operational flow within the optical department. This role plays a critical part in minimizing loss, controlling costs, and ensuring timely availability of frames, lenses, and supplies to support patient care and sales.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain precise optical inventory records for frames, lenses, and lab supplies.
Receive, inspect, and log shipments; verify against purchase orders.
Organize and restock inventory per company standards.
Conduct regular cycle counts; report discrepancies promptly.
Support merchandising; ensure displays are clean, labeled, and stocked.
Manage vendor relations, including orders, lens requests, and returns.
Process and place lens orders based on prescriptions and patient needs.
Track usage trends and communicate reordering to prevent stockouts.
Perform daily reconciliation of optical transactions and sales.
Assist in locating products, fulfilling patient orders, and cross-training in dispensing duties
Qualifications
Previous experience in inventory, retail, or optical environment preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Basic computer skills (inventory systems, Excel, POS systems)
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical/retail environment
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Basic understanding of optical products (frames, lenses) is a plus
Key Competencies
Accountability and accuracy
Time management and efficiency
Problem-solving mindset
Proactive communication
Operational awareness
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift and move boxes (up to 25-30 lbs)
Frequent bending, reaching, and organizing
Work Environment
Fast-paced optical clinic and retail setting
Collaborative team environment focused on patient care and operational excellence
Position Summary
The Inventory Support team member is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels, ensuring proper organization of optical products, and supporting daily operational flow within the optical department. This role plays a critical part in minimizing loss, controlling costs, and ensuring timely availability of frames, lenses, and supplies to support patient care and sales.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain precise optical inventory records for frames, lenses, and lab supplies.
Receive, inspect, and log shipments; verify against purchase orders.
Organize and restock inventory per company standards.
Conduct regular cycle counts; report discrepancies promptly.
Support merchandising; ensure displays are clean, labeled, and stocked.
Manage vendor relations, including orders, lens requests, and returns.
Process and place lens orders based on prescriptions and patient needs.
Track usage trends and communicate reordering to prevent stockouts.
Perform daily reconciliation of optical transactions and sales.
Assist in locating products, fulfilling patient orders, and cross-training in dispensing duties
Qualifications
Previous experience in inventory, retail, or optical environment preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Basic computer skills (inventory systems, Excel, POS systems)
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical/retail environment
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Basic understanding of optical products (frames, lenses) is a plus
Key Competencies
Accountability and accuracy
Time management and efficiency
Problem-solving mindset
Proactive communication
Operational awareness
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift and move boxes (up to 25-30 lbs)
Frequent bending, reaching, and organizing
Work Environment
Fast-paced optical clinic and retail setting
Collaborative team environment focused on patient care and operational excellence