Optical Business Development Manager

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

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  • Location: Cambridge, England
  • Salary: £45000 - £50000 per annum + Additional Benefits
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: Zest Business Group
  • Posted: 13-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com