Regional Lens Account Manager

Zest Optical; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical company is seeking a Regional Lens Consultant in the West Midlands & South West. This role involves driving sales growth through account management, educating customers on product features, and delivering excellent service. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and a preferred FBDO qualification. A base salary of around £32,000 is offered along with a bonus scheme and benefits.

Benefits

Excellent bonus scheme

Company car

Range of additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in sales within the optical industry.
• Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets within the specified territory.
• Educate and train customer employees on product features.
• Manage entertainment and expenses budgets efficiently.

Skills

Sales Growth

Customer Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Education

FBDO qualification / Practice Manager experience

Job description

Overview

Regional Lens Consultant - West Midlands & South West

Zest Optical are seeking to recruit a Regional Lens Consultant for a leading manufacturer of ophthalmic lenses. This role focuses on building strong, long-term relationships with customers in the independent optical market across the West Midlands & South West (Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Gloucestershire & South Wales).

The successful candidate will drive sales growth and expand the presence of lens products within the assigned territory across both Independent and Lab channels.

Regional Lens Account Manager - Role

• Achieve agreed sales targets within the specified territory.
• Educate and train all levels of customer employees on product features, benefits, technical and optical knowledge, and effective sales techniques to enhance product mix and overall sales.
• Increase sales versus competitors through persuasive and compelling account management strategies.
• Deliver excellent customer service through regular visits, follow-ups, and ongoing engagement to meet customer needs.
• Manage entertainment and expenses budgets efficiently, planning the most economical coverage of the territory.
• Execute agreed joint marketing campaigns and local promotions to drive sales growth.

Regional Lens Account Manager - Requirements

• FBDO qualification / Practice Manager experience preferred.
• Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all levels of an organization.

Regional Lens Account Manager - Salary & Benefits

• Base salary circa £32,000.
• Excellent bonus scheme.
• Company car and a range of additional benefits.

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