Regional Sales Manager

The Matching Room; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium eyewear company in the UK seeks a Regional Sales Manager. The role involves managing independent accounts in the Northwest, focusing on strong relationship-building and consultative sales. Ideal candidates will have field sales experience and exceptional customer service skills. The company offers competitive salary, bonus, and benefits including a company car and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Company car and fuel card

Laptop, iPad, and phone

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Standard pension

Complimentary glasses and free sunglasses annually

Qualifications

• Experience in the optical industry is beneficial, but not essential.
• Requires proven experience in product sales.
• Field sales experience is essential.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills are needed.
• Organisational and analytical skills are important.
• Must have a full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of independent accounts.
• Build long-term relationships with customers.
• Provide support and guidance on product selection.
• Utilise the company’s marketing resources.

Skills

Optical industry experience

Proven product sales experience

Field sales experience

Exceptional relationship building

Excellent organisational skills

Analytical skills

Job description

About the Business:

This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative and growing British company renowned for designing and supplying high-quality eyewear, including both optical frames and sunglasses. With collaborations that include a range of prestigious brands and an offering of diverse styles across various price ranges, the business has built a strong and trusted reputation in the industry.

Established in 2013 and family owned, the company takes pride in its collaborative and supportive culture. Operating globally, they are committed to quality, innovation, and exceptional service. Social and environmental responsibility is also a key focus; reflected in their B Corp Certification.

About the Role:

As Regional Sales Manager you ll cover the Northwest region; from Cheshire up to Northumberland, back down to Bradford.

Reporting to the Sales Director, you will manage, nurture and grow a portfolio of around (Apply online only) independent accounts and independent groups. This is a consultative sales role where you ll build long-term relationships with customers, providing support and guidance on product selection and utilising the company s extensive marketing resources. You ll have the opportunity to make a real impact while representing an established and respected brand.

The Successful Applicant:

• Optical industry experience (highly beneficial, although not essential).
• Proven product sales experience (ideally from industry, but consumer goods or FMCG product experience will also be considered).
• Field sales experience (essential).
• Exceptional relationship building and customer service skills.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills, with a structured and strategic approach.
• A full UK driving license and a willingness to travel across the region.
• Based within the region (ideally in/around Preston or Blackburn area) to ensure easy access to accounts.

What s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Company car and fuel card
• Laptop, iPad, and phone
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays (3 days to be kept aside for Christmas)
• Standard pensionComplimentary glasses, eye tests, and free sunglasses every year

This is your chance to join a business that values its people, offering a supportive and collaborative environment. If you're passionate about premium products and providing exceptional service, we d love to hear from you!