Salary: (inc. bonus) £28-£45,000, depending on experience
Hours: 40 per week
Location: Shafton/Home - Hybrid
Head Office is in Shafton Near Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Much of the work will be remote, with a maximum of two days per week at Head Office.
Reports To: Head of Merchandising - Director of Finance
THE ROLE:
Be an integral part of an energetic team supporting rapid growth of a world-class sports brand that supplies sports clothing to various UK sports organizations. The company aims to expand significantly across many sports within the UK sportswear and accessories industry.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop the customer base by liaising with clubs and organizations using existing contacts and new opportunities arising from the company's innovative direction.
2. Assist in developing marketing materials and products.
3. Manage and develop social media outlets.
4. Coordinate effectively with delivery and dispatch staff.
5. Proactively promote the product range to potential customers.
Key Measures of Success:
1. Align and increase forecasted sales across various sports.
2. Develop and maintain an active customer database.
3. Work effectively with staff in workwear, embellishment, and law divisions.
THE PERSON:
Qualifications: No formal qualifications required; applications from all interested candidates are welcome.
Essential Skills:
* Proficiency with computers and social media platforms.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to communicate directly with senior customer staff.
* Willingness to take responsibility for all assigned tasks.
* Positive and outgoing personality.
* Ambition to achieve positive results.
* Willingness to attend sporting events nationwide.
Desirable Skills:
* Genuine interest in sport.
* Experience in acquiring customer accounts and building strong customer/supplier relationships.
Skills and Knowledge:
* Ability to prepare comprehensive contract proposals for clubs and organizations.
Personal Qualities:
* Loyalty to the company and brand.
* Good sense of humor.
* Effective communication skills.
* Desire to learn and grow within the business.
Benefits:
* Travel opportunities to the Far East when required.
* Car mileage allowance.
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