Account Manager - Activewear & Leisure
Our client is a fast growth activewear & leisure brand who have raised over £15m in funding. Their brand has been built from humble community beginnings and has grown as a result of their premium product offering & sustainability focus. Now, with several of their own retail stores alongside products being sold in wider retail partners, they are looking to continue their growth even further.
The role involves a split between new business development and account management, requiring both strong sales and relationship building skills. Covering the whole of the UK, the ideal candidate will have field-based experience selling into independent retailers. This is a remote based position with occasional in person customer meetings across the UK.
Build and nurture relationships with the existing accounts
Manage the full sales cycle from prospect to close
Ensure all orders are processed effectively with customer order timeframes in mind
Customer Service Team, Marketing)
Maintain up-to-date CRM system & complete all administrative tasks to a high standard
Travel when necessary to see clients and attend industry events & tradeshows
2+ years’ B2B sales experience
~ Candidates with experience in textile, clothing, sporting goods, lifestyle or fashion are encouraged to apply
~ Able to travel for business needs (full UK driving license required)
~ Account Manager Package
~ 20% bonus
~ Pension options
~ Remote based
~25 days annual leave plus bank holidays