Director of Sales - Western Region
Are you experienced with Rx optical lens manufacturing technology, including surfacing, finishing & coating? Do you have sales experience in the optical industry with a proven track record of territory growth?
Overview: Schneider Optical Machines, the market leader in lens manufacturing technology for optical laboratories, is looking for a candidate to own the responsibility for market growth of our product line throughout the Western US territory states of: Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, North and South Dakota. This is a well-established territory, and we are looking for continued growth.
Description:
Sales and market growth of Schneider’s complete product line including surfacing, coating, and edging machinery in territory.
- Regular sales forecasting and reporting responsibilities
- Frequent travel to prospects and customer locations for presentations, relationship management & customer service
- Work closely with VP Sales on territory management and marketing opportunities
- Assist in developing regional sales initiatives
- Serve as customer liaison to home office
- Serve as the external evangelist for our products throughout the Western US territory
- Provide sales presentations and product updates to prospects, customers and key partners
- Attend regional / national trade shows while promoting Schneider product line
Skills / Qualifications:
- Professional, organized self-starter
- Presentation, public speaking experience and demonstrated sales ability
- Experience in high value capital equipment sales
- Effectively communicate among all company channels
- Strong understanding of Optical Manufacturing
- Possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy
- Prior sales management experience helpful but strong experience in a wholesale Rx lab environment would be considered
- Ability to travel 50%+
- Position can be based from your home office in territory
Benefits and Rewards:
- Base Salary + Commission
- Health and Dental Insurance 401K with company match
To apply please email k.cross@schneider-om.com with your resume and a brief cover letter or apply online.
