We are looking for an experienced Account Manager who has a passion for growing existing relationships to the next level! You will drive sales across a portfolio of key independent retail clients within the fashion & accessories space across the UK.
We are looking for a pro-active and creative sales person who can maintain existing long-standing relationships, build new partnerships and spot opportunities to grow these accounts.
This a flexible remote/field based role - very open to geography.
You must be based in the UK - NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE.
Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance.
The Role
* Meet sales targets, providing regular performance progress and feedback to the Commercial Manager
* Be the point of contact for an established client base of independent retailers.
* Build fantastic relationships with these accounts – established needs and delivering exceptional customer service.
* Regular F2F or virtual meetings.
* Ensure all items and ranges are promoted in line with seasonal plans and are live on the site and updated at all times.
* Monitor, analyse and report on accounts – identifying opportunities and threats.
* Assess potential of new business accounts.
* Work with internal teams – including Marketing and VM.
The Person
* Ideally at least 3 years in a Sales/Account manager role – fashion / accessories is ideal!
* Happy to manage existing accounts, spot opportunities and pro-actively look at new revenue opportunities.
* Confident to be open and honest and share ideas for improvement across the team.
* Able to multi-task and work at pace.
* Confident negotiation skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
* Full UK driving licence.