Location: Solihull
Type: Permanent
Industry: Accessories
Job Ref: TGM2135
The Company:
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Multi Product Junior Account Manager/ Merchandiser to join a reputable and established supplier of fashion to high street retailers including New look & River island
The Role:
* Maintaining & Establishing accounts and bringing on new business .
* Presenting and selling company products and services to current and potential clients.
* Managing the critical path so key deadlines are met.
* Identify and resolve client concerns – providing customer service at all times.
* Maintain an awareness of trends and competitor ranges.
* Negotiating with factories and buyers to achieve target margins.
* Customer development meetings.
* Manage the Sample development process with the factories, co-ordinating samples/ swatches with the customers and work through the approval process with the buyers
* Working with internal teams and customers
* Negotiation of sales/cost prices, lead times and delivery dates with retailers and factories.
* General administration duties.
Skills Required:
* Must have a minimum of 2 years experience working within a similar Merch/Account Manager role.
* Must have worked within a fashion supplier – industry knowledge is essential.
* Demonstrate the ability to communicate at all levels of the business and with external customers.
* Strong new business and negotiation skills.
* Ability to bring on new customers as well as manage current accounts.
* Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
* Excellent computer skills.
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