Account Executive (Sales Representative) British Columbia
Job Description
About Shamir Canada
Shamir Canada Optical Inc. is a national leader in premium lens and coating manufacturing. Recognized worldwide for innovation, advanced technology, and uncompromising quality, we’re proud to deliver cutting-edge lens solutions to the optical industry. Our team is driven by creativity, precision, and a passion for helping people see their world better.
We’re growing and looking for a motivated, relationship-driven Account Executive to join our dynamic team.
The Opportunity
As an Account Executive, you’ll play a key role in expanding Shamir’s presence in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, building strong relationships with Eye Care Professionals, and driving business growth. You’ll combine your sales expertise with your knowledge of optical products to deliver tailored solutions and exceptional service.
This role offers a competitive base salary, sales bonuses, a car allowance, and comprehensive benefits plus the opportunity to work with one of the most respected names in the optical industry.
What You’ll Do
- Grow your territory: Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities while strengthening relationships with existing accounts.
- Achieve results: Meet and exceed sales targets within your assigned region.
- Stay informed: Keep up to date on Shamir’s product portfolio, market trends, competitors, and new technologies.
- Represent the brand: Attend trade shows, conferences, and seminars as a Shamir ambassador.
- Deliver exceptional service: Provide knowledgeable, timely, and proactive support to all clients.
- Collaborate & report: Use Salesforce and other tools to manage leads, track activity, and ensure seamless onboarding of new accounts.
What You Bring
- Licensed Optician – preferred
- Experience in the Optical Industry is required
- 2+ years of B2B sales experience in the optical sector, ideally selling directly to Eye Care Professionals
- Proven ability to build and maintain customer relationships
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills
- Self-motivated and organized, with excellent time management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools (Salesforce experience an asset)
- Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and willingness to travel extensively (up to 90%)
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary + performance bonuses + commission + cell phone allowance
- Car allowance and reimbursement for expenses
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Prescription lenses for employees and friends & family discounts
- Company stock purchase program
- Medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D, LTD & EFAP
- Diverse, supportive, and innovative work environment
- Opportunities for growth within a global leader in optical technology
Join Us
If you’re passionate about optical innovation, thrive on building meaningful partnerships, and are ready to take your career to the next level, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us shape the future of vision. We are happy to accept applications until 9am on Monday January 26, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we are unable to accept calls, walk-ins, or agencies. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Stock options
- Vision care
- Work from home
Experience:
- Optical industry: 2 years (required)
