Business Development Representative - N. Virginia & DC

 

Carl Zeiss Vision (www.vision.zeiss.com), a privately-held, $1 Billion global leader in prescription ophthalmic eyeglass lenses, lab services and equipment, seeks a Retail Business Development Representative to join our team. 

 

With 10,000 employees operating in more than 50 countries and 12 manufacturing sites, Carl Zeiss Vision combines advanced technology, commitment to service and market building strength to create the ideal business partner.  Through its premium product lines in prescription lenses, coatings and clinical devices and well known brands such as ZEISS and Teflon® Clear Coat Lenses, Carl Zeiss Vision works continually to deliver a superior visual experience to prescription eyeglass wearers and growth to the optical industry.

 

We are seeking an experienced, self motivated individual to join our Professional Sales Channel in Washington DC and Northern Virginia.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Meet or exceed sales goals for  Rx,  premium lens and coatings, and dispensing equipment

·  Increase sales by effectively communication the advantages and benefits of Carl Zeiss Vision products and services to the ECPs 

·  Support  national marketing and collateral efforts

·  Plan, develop, and conduct on-site and group training seminars to increase demand for Carl Zeiss Vision labs, lenses, and equipment. 

·  Schedule and conduct  product education work shops that are results driven

·  Establishes a positive working relationship with Carl Zeiss Vision employees and colleagues

·  Maximize and execute customer marketing programs to accomplish  goals and objectives

·  Develop and prepare summary reports as necessary

·  Efficiently manages travel cost

·  Up to 30% travel required

 

BASIC DUTIES

· The primary duty of a Business Develop Representative is selling Rx for the CZV lab network, promoting and selling premium products through the independent wholesalers, and selling Zeiss dispensing equipment to the Independent Eye Care Professional.

·  The successful candidate will also be expected to execute professional activities in support of sales and marketing efforts.

· Developing, implementing, and administrating product promotions and trainings is a key job function.

 

Critical Skills:

· Undergraduate degree in Business, related field, or equivalent years’ of education and industry experience preferred. 

·  Rx sales experience ideal

·  ABO speaker certification preferred

·  ABO Certification preferred

·  Excellent written & verbal communication required

·  Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills required

·  Excellent computer skills required