Regional Sales Manager
WFA Digital Insight
Zeiss’s 179‑year legacy isn’t just a footnote; it frames the expectations for anyone stepping into the Regional Sales Manager seat. The role is confined to central and east North Carolina—excluding Charlotte—so candidates must be comfortable building relationships across a diverse medical landscape, from ophthalmologists to optometrists. What sets this posting apart is the blend of classic territory sales with a heavy technical component: you’ll need deep product knowledge, the ability to demo sophisticated equipment, and the discipline to track performance in Excel‑driven reports. Zeiss also expects you to act as a conduit for cross‑company synergies, linking field service and corporate partners when opportunities arise. In short, the job demands sales acumen, clinical fluency, and the rigor of data‑backed planning—all while operating remotely.
Job Description
About us
How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles ever-changing environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 46,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! Location/Region: This position will cover Central and East North Carolina (not including Charlotte). What’s the role? The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for the generation of new business sales and profits (P&L) in a specific territory. Commits to an annual sales plan, writes specific objectives and forecasts orders and expected revenue on a monthly basis. The Regional Sales Manager must develop excellent product knowledge and an awareness of market conditions. Must report on his/her activities weekly and must represent the company in keeping with the highest standards of business ethics and professionalism. Responsible for communicating with management any ideas, market trends or competitive activities. Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do: Maintain currency of, and adhere to applicable GMP and ISO 9001 processes and procedures. Abide by state and federal employment laws. Attain or exceed yearly revenue and profit quotas for region of responsibility. Make scheduled personalized sales demonstrations to the MD and OD market in region of responsibility. Maintain, analyze and utilize territory records and other information to efficiently organize, plan, execute and measure results. Educate and follow up the Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and staff members on the operation, utilization and application of our product to insure overall customer satisfaction. Provide timely, accurate, and constructive written and oral communications to management regarding expected sales planned monthly activity. Operates a specific cost center (business) to control sales, expenses, inventory and accounts receivable. Develop and implement synergy opportunities among other Zeiss companies, Carl Zeiss Meditec field service and other corporate partners when such programs arise. Develop and implement creative and profitable marketing approaches to the individual demands of the representatives region. Do you qualify? Four-year college degree or equivalent. Three to five (3-5) years’ sales experience. High level of technical/ clinical product knowledge. Ability to manage multiple tasks. Strong organizational and communication skills. Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheet and database management. Exceptional negotiating and diplomacy skills. Develop expertise in product application and practice management implications. Safely operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid motor vehicle license. We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS! Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay The list goes on! The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion. Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Lindsay Walker Goodman Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).How to Stand Out
- Highlight specific experiences where you used Excel to drive sales insights; include screenshots or brief case studies in your résumé.
- Prepare a concise demo script tailored to ophthalmology practices, showcasing your ability to translate technical features into clinical benefits.
- Emphasize any prior work with medical or optical equipment; recruiters will look for familiarity with regulatory standards.
- Bring concrete examples of cross‑functional collaboration—how you linked sales with service or product teams—to demonstrate synergy skills.
- During interviews, discuss how you stay organized while juggling multiple territories and reporting requirements.
- Research Zeiss’s current product portfolio before the interview; referencing specific models shows genuine interest.
- Be ready to negotiate remote‑work allowances or equipment stipends, referencing typical remote‑sales support packages.
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