BDM - Ophthalmic Lenses - East Mids & East Anglia

Business Development Manager East MidlandsReference: 5389 1
  • Leading global provider of ophthalmic lenses.
  • Drive business growth, develop new partnerships, and strengthen relationships within the independent optical market.
  • Dispensing Optician qualification or proven optical sales experience; self-motivated with strong communication and analytical skills.
  • Competitive £44,000 base salary plus bonus, company car, and additional benefits.

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, OX, 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

To ensure you don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity, please click “Apply Now” below.

Contact: Alex Grimes
Email: alex.grimes@zestbusinessgroup.com
Telephone: 0114 238 1727