Sales Account Manager - Eyewear - North East and North West

Posting date:	03 September 2025
Salary:	£40,000 to £42,000 per year
Additional salary information:	+ benefits package
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	10 September 2025
Location:	Manchester, North Yorkshire, S3 8SE
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Zest Business Group Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	5233_1756912139

Summary

Zest Optical are seeking to recruit a Optical Account Manager for a leading designer of Eyewear products. This role focuses on account management of a succesful client base, building strong, long-term relationships with customers in the independent optical market across the North East & West (Yorskhire, Lancashire, Manchester, Chester, Cumbria).

Regional Account Manager - Role

• Achieve agreed sales targets within the specified territory.

• Educate and train all levels of customer employees on product features, benefits, optical knowledge and effective sales techniques to enhance product mix and overall sales.

• Increase sales versus competitors through persuasive and compelling account management strategies.

• Deliver excellent customer service through regular visits, follow-ups, and ongoing engagement to meet customer needs.

• Planning the most economical coverage of the territory.

• Execute agreed joint marketing campaigns and local promotions to drive sales growth.

  Regional Lens Account Manager - Requirements

• Optical experience desirable but not essential

• Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all levels of an organization.

  Regional Lens Account Manager - Salary & Benefits

• Base salary circa £40,000.

• Excellent bonus scheme.

• Company car and a range of additional benefits.