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?

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.

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

• 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; 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

• Base Salary + Commission
• Health and Dental Insurance; 401K with company match

To apply please email  with your resume and a brief cover letter or apply online.