Regional Lens Account Manager

Zest Business Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical firm in the UK is seeking an energetic Regional Lens Consultant to enhance customer relationships and drive sales growth across the West Midlands & South West. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing training on products, achieving sales targets, and ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and preferably have FBDO qualifications or Practice Manager experience. This role offers a competitive salary and additional benefits including a company car.

Benefits

Base salary circa £32,000

Excellent bonus scheme

Company car

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Candidates should have strong communication skills to engage with customers effectively.
• Must be able to manage budgets and plan territory coverage efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Achieve agreed sales targets within the specified territory.
• Train customer employees on product features and sales techniques.
• Deliver excellent customer service through ongoing engagement.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Account management strategies

Sales techniques

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

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

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