Field Sales Account Manager - Fashion

Join an internationally recognised fashion business with an established customer base across Southern England.   We're looking for an ambitious, relationship-focused Field Sales Account Manager to manage an established portfolio of independent retail customers across the South of the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building long-term customer relationships, working with premium fashion collections and taking ownership of a well-developed sales territory.  Working as part of a supportive UK sales team, you'll represent internationally recognised menswear and womenswear brands whilst enjoying the autonomy to manage your own customer base and develop new business opportunities.

Please note this is a permanent full-time position, which you need to possess a valid and clean UK Driving License for. Any candidates without a valid UK Driving License will be automatically disqualified.

The Role
You'll manage approximately 60 independent retail accounts, working closely with customers both in person and within a modern showroom environment.   Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and developing your customer portfolio
• Presenting seasonal collections in the showroom, digitally and at customer premises
• Growing sales and identifying new business opportunities
• Processing customer orders and monitoring delivery performance
• Working towards agreed sales budgets and targets
• Building strong long-term customer relationships
• Working closely with finance regarding credit management
• Supporting showroom merchandising and collection launches

What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone with energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for building customer relationships.

Ideally you'll have:

• Experience in field sales, account management or wholesale sales
• Fashion, retail or showroom experience (highly desirable)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong commercial awareness
• Good organisational and planning skills
• A proactive, self-motivated approach
• A full UK driving licence (essential)

What's on Offer

• Salary of £35K to £45K
• Flexible, autonomous working
• Optional company car
• National and international travel opportunities
• Generous staff discounts across multiple fashion brands
• Healthcare benefits
• Fitness incentives
• 28 days' holiday
• Early finish every Friday
• Excellent opportunities for career development within a leading international fashion business

About the Company
Our client is a highly successful international fashion business with a portfolio of recognised brands sold throughout Europe and beyond.  With a strong culture built around collaboration, entrepreneurship and customer partnership, they continue to invest in their people, their brands and their long-term growth.

We hope we’ve caught your interest!
eRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.

The company provides equal opportunities for everyone, irrespective of gender, age, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or religious background, and we create an empowering environment where all our people can thrive and develop.

You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.

We look forward to receiving your application.