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BDM - Ophthalmic Lenses - Kent

Employer
Zest Optical
Location
England, Kent
Salary
£33000 - £36000 per annum + Bonus Scheme
Closing date
21 Feb 2023

Job Details

Optical Business Development Manager job in Kent, South East England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Business Development Manager for a leading manufacturer of Ophthalmic Lenses. The purpose of this role is to build strong business relationships with customers in the independent optical market across Kent (CT, ME, TN & DA).

The Business Development Manager represents the company in the designated territory and is responsible for the development of profitable growth in value and volume according to the agreed budget. The role will also involve increasing market share via business consulting and building long-term relationships with existing and new customers.

Business Development Manager - Role

  • To maintain a consistent call programme in field for both Direct and Indirect Independent Accounts across the geographical area to increase sales by ensuring that the company becomes the preferred supplier.
  • To present all relevant marketing/commercial activity to key personnel agreeing actions and processes required to ensure its success.
  • To regularly review with all customers their business, product mix and supplier preferences promoting the company as their first choice.
  • To agree and implement customer training, both in practice and in seminar format, on all new and existing products.
  • To maintain accurate customer records and reports for relevant accounts to ensure that sales data and market activity can be analysed accurately

Business Development Manager - Requirements

  • Dispensing Optician qualification or optical field sales experience
  • Working on own initiative to tight deadlines
  • Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to effectively analyse and interpret data

Business Development Manager - Salary

  • Base salary up to £36,000
  • Excellent bonus scheme
  • Company car and a range of additional benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please contact Alex Grimes on

Company

We are Zest Optical, a specialist optical recruitment agency working exclusively within the optical marketplace. Having been established since 2006 we have created an excellent reputation in industry for offering a personal and honest recruitment service.

We believe that in order to provide the best service to both clients and candidates, we need to understand and match aspirations, skills and personalities. In this way we can create a mutually profitable relationship, supporting candidates and clients in achieving their goals.

All our consultants have a passion for the industry and a genuine interest in finding the best fit for both candidates and clients alike.

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