Eyewear Area Sales Representative

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

Job summary

A global leader in the eyewear industry is seeking an Eyewear Area Sales Representative in South East England. The successful candidate will build and maintain relationships with opticians to drive sales growth and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction. This role requires proven B2B sales experience, strong self-motivation, and excellent communication skills. Offering a base salary of up to £42,000, with OTE of £70,000, a company car, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Company car

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and maintain strong business relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Work closely with the National Sales Manager to set annual customer targets.
• Proactively resolve customer issues and handle complaints efficiently.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless customer support.
• Analyse market potential and assess the value of clients.
• Generate and follow up on leads, sharing opportunities with your team.
• Stay informed on product developments and market trends.
• Represent the brand at trade shows to promote products.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Self-motivation

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

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).

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.

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.

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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