New Opportunity | Business Development Manager | Ophthalmic Lenses | South East

Zest Optical are currently supporting a leading name in the optical industry to recruit a Business Development Manager for a field-based commercial role covering South East England (Essex, Kent, Sussex & Surrey).

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing business with a strong reputation in the ophthalmic lens market, offering a high-quality portfolio of lens solutions alongside a broader range of products and services to independent optical customers across the territory.

As Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of a defined territory, focused on driving sales growth, developing existing customer relationships, and identifying new business opportunities.

You'll work closely with independent opticians and other key customers, acting as a trusted commercial partner.

• Driving new business development activity across the territory, identifying and converting opportunities whilst growing existing accounts


• Promoting a portfolio of ophthalmic lens solutions to independent optical customers


• Building strong, consultative relationships and understanding customer needs to deliver tailored commercial solutions


• Delivering engaging product presentations, training sessions and commercial meetings both in person and virtually


• Working collaboratively with internal teams including customer service, operations and marketing


• Managing pipeline activity, forecasting and reporting to ensure strong commercial performance


• Attending industry exhibitions, networking events and customer meetings to generate opportunities and raise brand awareness


• Feeding back customer insight and competitor activity to support wider commercial strategy

• Qualified Dispensing Optician or experienced sales professional with strong commercial knowledge and a proven ability to drive business growth


• Previous experience in a field-based business development, account management or territory sales role would be highly advantageous


• Existing contacts and relationships within the UK optical industry would be beneficial


• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills


• Commercially driven, proactive and confident managing a sales pipeline


• Able to build credibility with practice owners and key decision-makers


• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the territory

• Competitive basic salary circa £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience


• Attractive uncapped commission structure (circa 20-25k)


• Car allowance


• Additional company benefits

If you're a commercially minded Dispensing Optician or experienced sales professional looking to develop your career with a respected name in the optical industry, apply now for a confidential discussion.