Eyewear Area Sales Representative

Zest Business Group Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in premium eyewear is seeking an Eyewear Area Sales Representative in South East England. The role involves developing client relationships, resolving customer issues, and collaborating with internal teams. Candidates should have proven B2B sales experience, excellent communication skills, and strong analytical abilities. A base salary up to £42,000 with on-target earnings of up to £70,000 and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Company car

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales experience, ideally within eyewear or fashion sectors.
• Strong self-motivation with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong business relationships to drive sales growth.
• Work with National Sales Manager to set annual targets.
• Proactively resolve customer issues to ensure satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal departments for seamless support.
• Analyse market potential and assess value of clients.
• Generate leads and share opportunities with the team.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Eyewear Area Sales Representative, South East. Zest Optical is currently recruiting an Eyewear Area Sales Representative on behalf of a global leader in the premium eyewear industry, renowned for its high-quality sunglasses, optical frames, and sports eyewear.

This company takes great pride in the exceptional craftsmanship of its products and its outstanding customer service. The role will involve working closely with independent opticians across South East England (Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & Kent).

As an Eyewear Area Sales Representative, you will be responsible for developing existing client relationships while identifying and acquiring new business opportunities within your territory.

Eyewear Area Sales Representative - Role

• Build, develop, and maintain strong business relationships with existing and potential customers within your assigned region to drive sales growth.
• Work closely with the National Sales Manager to set annual customer targets and ensure these objectives are clearly communicated and agreed upon.
• Proactively resolve customer issues and handle complaints efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Sales Operations, Accounting, Logistics, and Technical Service teams, to ensure seamless customer support.
• Analyse market potential and assess the value of both existing and prospective clients to the business.
• Generate and follow up on leads, sharing key opportunities and insights with your team.
• Stay informed on product developments, technical innovations, market trends, and competitor activity through regular store visits and industry research.
• Represent the brand at trade shows, exhibitions, and conventions to promote products and expand your professional network.

Eyewear Area Sales Representative - Requirements

• Proven B2B sales experience, ideally within the eyewear or fashion sectors.
• Strong self-motivation with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on data effectively.

Eyewear Area Sales Representative - Salary

• Base salary: Up to £42,000 (depending on experience)
• On-target earnings (OTE): Up to £70,000
• Company car and a comprehensive benefits package

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