UK Sales/Account Manager in Manchester

We are a well-established fashion and sportswear branded supplier to the UK high street, seeking a UK Sales Executive to drive our growth and sales strategy while managing key UK and retail accounts.

The Role:

• Lead and drive development of the collections across all major high street, online and value channels. Making sure the sales strategy is implemented to the highest level of professionalism.
• Make weekly contact with the relevant stakeholders to review sales performance, orderbook status and identify commercial opportunities across the account base
• Manage pre-orders as well as in season stock and MTO opportunities, whilst working collaboratively with the retailers buying and merchandising teams to secure optimal seasonal commitments
• Provide realistic and accurate forecasts across the collections
• Run strategic sell-in meetings, create compelling seasonal product assortments and develop go-to-market plans, working in conjunction with our Marketing and Merchandising teams
• Work closely with our merchandising, design and finance teams to deliver exceptional account management and ensure seamless operational execution
• Monitor the competitive landscape across the UK and European markets, reporting on competitor activity and proposing strategic actions to grow market share

Does this sound like you?

• You’re self-motivated. You’re results-driven and continually strive to beat your targets.
• You’re organised and flexible. You’re able to adjust and adapt to the ever-changing marketplace dynamics & company goals.
• You’re passionate about product.
• You understand people and what makes them tick and take relationships from strength to strength with ease.
• You’re a team player. You’re not purely a one-person operation and understand the vital role of pulling together to break new ground.

What We're Looking For

• At least 5 years' relevant working experience within fashion and accessories
• Contacts within the sector across UK and Europe
• Full, clean, driving license.
• Proven sales and listening skills, with a keen interest in fashion and accessories.
• Excellent English language skills (spoken and written).
• Advanced IT skills, including MS Excel and PPT.
• Reporting skills and analytical
• Confident presentation and communication abilities.
• Flexibility to travel and to work on own initiative and as part of a team.