Optical Business Development Manager
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 to £50,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Additional Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 February 2026 |
| Location: | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3NA |
| Company: | Zest Business Group Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5389 1_1768320207 |
Summary
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:
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Identify and pursue new business opportunities
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Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers
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Drive business growth by expanding market presence
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Plan and execute strategies to ensure project and partnership success
Requirements:
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Dispensing Optician qualification or proven experience in optical sales
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Self-motivated and able to work independently to tight deadlines
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to analyse data effectively to inform business decisions
Salary & Benefits:
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Competitive base salary around £44,000, plus bonus scheme
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Company car and additional benefits
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