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Exciting new opportunity to join a growing team, which is recruiting for a dynamic Account Manager with a passion for menswear!
Joining an established menswear supplier & international manufacturer this is a varied role to manage accounts, grow organic sales and all stakeholder relationships. You will be part of a cross-functional team dedicated to the design, development and production of multi-category apparel ranges.
Account Manager - Responsibilities:
* Dealing with the customer on all aspects of the buying and production cycle and being the first point of contact to answer all customer queries.
* Attend regular meetings with buyers.
* Management of critical path from sampling through to bulk production and then delivery.
* Feeding back and problem solving any critical path issues.
* Liaising with design teams, technical teams, production units, fabric suppliers and buying offices to ensure margin, quality, style and delivery objectives are met.
* Negotiating with factories and suppliers to get better prices and lead times.
* Developing business by targeting new customers
Account Manager - Skills and Requirements:
* Relevant experience within account management/sales management (fashion & textiles) and from within a supplier or manufacturing environment.
* Ability to identify trends, spot opportunities to develop and to commercially develop.
* Confident understanding of the end to end supply process to high volume retailers/etailers
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* A confident, proactive approach capable of working effectively in a team under pressure in a demanding fast paced environment
* Ability to interact effectively with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
* Overseas travel may be required from time to time
* Proficiency in EXCEL/MS Office