Regional Sales Manager

We are looking for an energetic, sales-driven Regional Sales Manager with in-depth knowledge of the optical industry and a wealth of experience in the sales process to join our client across the North East. Success in this role will be highly visible and lead to further career development opportunities.

The company

Our client is a premium lens manufacturer that is a dominant world leader in the provision of optometry lenses & frames. This is an exciting time to be joining the UK operations, which have strong growth projections alongside new products currently being launched into the market coupled with a strategic reorganisation. They are open to a variety of backgrounds as long as the tenacity to embed and develop is present, emphasising a warm, close-knit culture.

The role

This role is highly focused on new business development. You will be at the forefront of our client's business, achieving and exceeding sales and distribution ambitions, and be an ambassador and role model for the company and brand. You will nurture the lead process and educate potential clients to win them over and convert leads.

Responsibilities include:

• Create and execute strategic sales growth plans
• Expand the customer base and get more out of their products
• Grow long-lasting relationships by understanding needs and solutions
• Manage the new business development sales pipeline
• Negotiate sales and bonus agreements with customers

The requirements

3-5 years of commercial experience and a track record in new business development, as well as…

• A background in lens/eyewear categories/equipment sales
• Highly driven and proactive individual
• Self-motivated and target driven
• Potential to grow within the UK organisation
• Proven experience across the North East
• Matching values with our client’s
• In-depth knowledge of the optical industry
• A wealth of experience in the sales process (hunter)
• Outstanding influencing and communication skills
• Able to quickly gain a strong understanding of the client marketplace

Important information
Reference number: 16475
Temporary or Permanent Position: Permanent
FMC Talent contact for this role: Natasha Szombara