AREA SALES MANAGER - EYEWEAR & OPTICAL
Position: Area Sales Manager - Eyewear & Optical Location: North UK & Wales Territory Salary: Up to £70,000 OTE + Benefits
Mpeople is very proud to be working with one of the largest eyewear & optical frames manufacturers in the world.
Company Overview:
- Prominent global manufacturer of eyewear and optical frames.
- Offers mid-range to luxury own brands and licenses for designer luxury brands.
- Long-standing reputation in eyewear fashion and function.
Benefits:
- Competitive remuneration.
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
- Private Medical Healthcare.
- Pension and Life Assurance.
- Company car, mobile phone, tablet provided.
- Personalized development and training opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Customer Relationship Management:
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Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective customers.
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Address customer problems/complaints effectively.
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Market Analysis and Sales Strategy:
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Analyse market trends to forecast customer business value.
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Generate leads and maximize returns from sales opportunities.
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Trade Shows and Conventions:
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Participate as required, which may involve significant travel.
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Product Knowledge and Brand Visibility:
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Stay updated on products, technologies, and competitors.
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Ensure brand representation/visibility in stores through collaboration with the Marketing Department.
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Internal Coordination:
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Work closely with sales operations, accounting, logistics, and technical service departments.
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Administrative Tasks:
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Prepare weekly visit/sales reports.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
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Experience:
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Preferably in eyewear or fashion sales, but open to other industries.
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Skills:
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Organised with good time management.
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Strong communication and negotiation skills.
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Customer service-oriented with problem-solving abilities.
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Effective networker with business analysis skills.
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Flexible, adaptable, and a team player.
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Requirements:
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Valid driving license and willingness to travel.
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Right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.
Application Process:
- Applicants must submit their CV.
- Only candidates eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship will be considered.
- Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted within seven days.
This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and significant opportunities for career development within a leading global eyewear manufacturer.
Mpeople Recruitment Ltd are an employment agency acting on behalf of our client.