Optical Business Development Manager

Scienceabode; England; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical company is seeking a Business Development Manager for the East Midlands & East Anglia region. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities and building strong relationships with customers in the independent optical market. The ideal candidate should possess a Dispensing Optician qualification or equivalent optical sales experience. A competitive base salary of around £44,000 with an additional benefits package is offered for the right candidate. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your career in the optical industry.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Bonus scheme

Company car

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Dispensing Optician qualification or substantial experience in optical sales is essential.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage clients.
• Effective data analysis skills to inform business strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned regions.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with independent optical customers.
• Drive growth by expanding market presence and partnerships.
• Plan strategies and execute projects ensuring success.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strategic mindset

Self-motivated

Analytical skills

Education

Dispensing Optician qualification or proven experience in optical sales

Job description

Optical Business Development Manager role covering East Midlands & East Anglia. Zest Optical are currently seeking a Business Development Manager for a leading global provider of ophthalmic lenses. This role focuses on building strong business relationships with customers in the independent optical market across the East Midlands & East Anglia region (CB, CO, HP, IG, IP, LE, LU, NR, SL, SS, CM, MK,X, PE, SG & WD).

As a Business Development Manager, you will lead initiatives to grow the business, develop new partnerships, and strengthen existing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to deliver results through effective planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers
• Drive business growth by expanding market presence
• Plan and execute strategies to ensure project and partnership success

Requirements

• Dispensing Optician qualification or proven experience in optical sales
• Self-motivated and able to work independently to tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyse data effectively to inform business decisions

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive base salary around £44,000, plus bonus scheme
• Company car and additional benefits
• £45,000 – £50,000/annum Additional Benefits

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