Account Manager | Fashion & Apparel | £45k | London
An exciting and fast-growing fashion business is seeking a commercially driven, experienced Account Manager to help manage key brand and retail relationships. This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of accounts from concept through to delivery - working across design, sourcing, production, and trading.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a strong commercial eye, and love working with iconic brands and buyers - this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Account Manager Key Responsibilities
Planning & Orders
* Brief design and sourcing teams on product and range requirements
* Assist in pricing to meet margin targets and customer expectations
* Present collections to buyers alongside the design team
* Manage purchase orders - from confirmation to coordination with sourcing
* Ensure all buyer information is correct for final approvals
Production & Forecasting
* Submit accurate forecasts to merchandising and planning teams
* Ensure new suppliers/factories are aligned with delivery standards
* Track orders and manage critical path reporting
* Communicate delays and proactively resolve delivery issues
* Keep all purchase orders up to date
Trading & Sales Support
* Analyse customer demand by category/unit to shape stock selections
* Prepare and present samples to retail buyers
* Liaise with internal teams to manage excess stock
* Work within margin targets to support trading decisions
What You'll Bring
* Proven account management experience in fashion, apparel, or a similar product-led industry
* Strong understanding of buying cycles, supply chains, and critical paths
* Confident in client-facing situations and presenting to retail buyers
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Commercially astute and able to manage competing priorities
Please note this role is based on site 5 days per week in North / North West London.
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