We are delighted to partner with a well-established and highly respected fashion supplier, designing and manufacturing ladieswear for a wide range of UK and international retailers. The opportunity is for an experienced, commercially driven and highly sales focused Sales/Account Manager, with a strong background in ladieswear fashion supply, specialising in managing and growing retail accounts across UK and international markets.
This role is office based.
Main Responsibilities will include:
* Manage and develop existing accounts, maintaining strong relationships with buyers and key stakeholders.
* Identify opportunities to increase sales, maximise account potential, and drive business growth.
* Develop and implement strategies to secure new business opportunities.
* Collaborate with design and product development teams to create commercially relevant product ranges.
* Present seasonal collections and product proposals to retail customers.
* Negotiate pricing, margins, and delivery schedules to achieve commercial objectives.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer performance to support strategic decision-making.
* Deliver excellent customer service throughout the product development and production process.
* Prepare sales forecasts, reports, and performance updates for senior management.
* Manage multiple product categories including jersey, woven, knitwear, outerwear, sleepwear, and loungewear.
Person Specification:
* Proven experience in sales or account management within a fashion supplier environment.
* Strong knowledge and understanding of the ladieswear market.
* Experience working across multiple fashion product categories.
* Established relationships with UK high street retailers, supermarkets, and online retailers.
* Commercially aware with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
* Ability to identify business opportunities and drive revenue growth.
* Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
* Energetic, ambitious, and results-driven approach.
* Passionate about fashion, product development, and market trends.
* Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
* Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative team player.
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