Sales Manager - Optical (South West Region)

Antal International ,
Bath, Somerset
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,000 per annum

Overview

Our client is an international organisation dedicated to the manufacturer of licensed Eyewear products. As we entre 2020 they are seeking an experienced Territory Sales professional to join their UK team, based in the South West UK. If you have experience selling licensed brands into the retail sector, working with independents and multiples within the optical world and have a passion for sales then this role could be for you. This is a field-based opportunity with 90% of time committed to being out on the road with customers (10% home office), responsible for building relationships, developing sales and brand penetration in the market place. Reporting into the Regional Manager you will be independently motivated yet be able to work in collaboration with the wider UK team when needed. Role Details: Responsible for new business development on desired territory as well as account management of established accounts. Responsible for efficient and strategic diary management Will be required to feedback to line manager and senior leadership team with market news and communicate regular results against KPI’s Will have solid experience within a previous field sales role, working on a territory for branded products (Beauty, Sporting goods, Footwear, Accessories etc) Experienced selling into the optical market Is self-motivated and enjoys working independently to achieve ambitious results Has a high level of communication skills and is able to adapt easily to the variety of business challenges that will be faced. Sales focused, driven to achieve targets and be a skilled negotiator. Have a full driving license Be fully PC literate in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.