Wholesale Account Manager - Maternity Cover Contract
Posted 3 days ago by Fashion & Retail Personnel Ltd
£55,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
North East, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Wholesale Account Manager on a maternity cover contract with a premium apparel and accessories company. The position involves managing accounts in the North East, achieving sales targets, and contributing to the UK sales strategy. The candidate must have experience in wholesale sales, particularly with womenswear, and will work both in the showroom and on the road. A full driving licence is required, and the role offers a competitive salary along with additional benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Achieve profitable sales in line with sales targets.
- Manage accounts within the assigned territory.
- Grow distribution in line with UK sales strategy.
- Produce sales forecasts and account plans.
- Provide regular trading updates and in-season sales for the account portfolio.
- Work in the North East showroom 3 days per week.
- Attend meetings at the London HQ as needed.
Key Skills:
- Proven track record in wholesale sales.
- Experience with womenswear products.
- Ability to manage accounts and grow distribution.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Full, valid driving licence.
Salary (Rate): £55,000.00 yearly
City: North East
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
If you are looking to work for a premium apparel and accessories company with a global representation, this is a not to be missed maternity cover wholesale sales opportunity. You will be responsible for achieving profitable sales in line with sales targets through managing accounts within the assigned territory and growing distribution in line with UK sales strategy, producing sales forecasts, account plans and regular trading updates and in season sales for the account portfolio. To be considered you will have a proven track record in wholesale sales and enjoy working with womenswear product and the independents. Covering the North, you will need to be in the North East showroom 3 days per/week alongside being on the road and attending meetings at the London HQ when needed. A full, valid driving licence is also a pre-requisite for the role. Along with a very competitive salary, on offer is 2 days hybrid home working, car allowance, bonus scheme, staff discount, healthcare cash plan and 25 days holiday (pro rata).