1. Fantastic opportunity to lead and develop the sales function
2. Opportunity to grow and develop a fashion brand
About Our Client
My client's brand was born on the South Coast with its easy-going outlook on life and lifestyle shaping everything they create. They design clothing made for real life - pieces that move with you throughout the day and fit naturally into life's changing rhythms! They believe in creating collections that bring a sense of style as well as as ease and comfort, helping you feel at home in every moment! The collections celebrate everyday simplicity, encouraging you to slow down, enjoy what's around you and find beauty in life's small adventures.
Job Description
The UK Sales Manager - Fashion Brand will be responsible for the following:
3. lead, develop and grow key accounts
4. lead the field sales team, agency sales partner and sales admin
5. work in conjunction with the customer service and merchandising teams
6. open new doors and opportunities for the business
7. work closely with the senior management team to design, develop and execute the commercial strategy
Part of being a key member of this company will be to support the development of the culture and goals meaning a strong presence in the Dorset office, as well as being mobile for the team and key accounts is required. We are open to candidates who are willing to relocate for this role.
The Successful Applicant
The UK Sales Manager - Fashion Brand will come with the following skills and experiences:
8. current or previous sales experience in fashion; clothing, footwear, accessories, gifts etc.
9. strong key /national account management experience or sales leadership capacity
10. experience with customers such as John Lewis, Next, Freeman's, Fraser's Groups, Debenhams etc.
11. as well as very strong key account management skills, the ability to open new doors and accounts
12. strong commercial acumen and bring a good strategic set of skills into the role also
13. excellent IT, financial and organisational skills
14. people management skills, both from an office and remote management perspective
15. mobile nationally
16. HUGE appetite for growth - building something special and creating a legacy
What's on Offer
Circa £60,000 to £70,000 salary per annum, plus commission and bonuses available plus other benefits too.For strong candidates, open to a conversation on package.