Senior Account Manager
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Recruiting for an experienced Account Manager to join an established Menswear supplier/international manufacturer. To manage key accounts, grow organic sales and relationships and be part of a multi-functional team dedicated to the design, development and production of multi-category apparel ranges.
Senior 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
Senior Account Manager – Skills and Requirements:
* Educated to degree standard
* Five years plus relevant experience of account management in the clothing industry
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* 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
More Information
- Address London
