Sales Account Manager- Wholesale

My Client are a fast fashion online brand , fast becoming a well known brand, with customer, social media and celebrities. Known for Footwear and now also venturing into clothing.

They are looking to recruit a dynamic Wholesale Key Accounts Manager to play an important role in growing our wholesale business.

The role will require at least 2-3 years experience in a similar fashion position.

Key Responsibilities

My client would like to expand their account base and looking for a new Wholesale account Manager who has previous contacts which suit this young brand. Ideally you have fashion clothing , footwear experience.

Managing new Wholesale account- opening accounts- taking the brand forward

You would host regular buy meetings, where stockists will place orders for their new season collections. Create and manage your own critical path, impending deliveries & POs. You would be encouraged to grow the business season by season and ensure the rapport with the client is excellent. Reporting to the Director , You will be expected to produce weekly sales reports figures.

Additional responsibilities

• Selecting product with buyers
• Ensuring development meets stockists requirements
• Following and tracking orders from suppliers
• Ensuring delivery dates are met
• Preparing appropriate documentation for incoming & outgoing deliveries
• Reporting to the Directors & Senior Management on progress/sales/orders
• Uploading product into concessions
• Preparing weekly and monthly reports

What kind of skills do you need?

Critical path management / Excel / Speed / Proactivity / Organisation - Proven account management skills - Good understanding of figures and analysis - Strong visual communication & presentation skills

• Strong affinity with fashion and trends - Genuine passion for customers, retail, fashion, brand and product - A self-starter able to work independently and collaboratively
• Enthusiasm, energy and determination – a good sense of humour also helps!

Must have a minimum of 2 year experience in a similar role.