Project Manager

Humphries Weaving; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the textiles industry is seeking a Project Manager to oversee fabric design development. The role involves building relationships with clients, managing projects, and ensuring high-quality service. Candidates should have experience in textiles and strong organizational skills. This mill-based position requires flexibility to travel in the UK and internationally.

Benefits

Company Funded Life Insurance

Profit Sharing Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Holiday Purchase Scheme

Company Organised Social Events

Internal Crafting Clubs

Wellbeing Walks

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years relevant commercial experience in a B2B environment.
• Proven experience in the textiles industry or strong curiosity about manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage fabric design development process and client relationships.
• Develop strategic sales plans and market opportunities.
• Maintain high service standards and oversee product development.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Innovation

Education

Textiles Industry Experience

Job description

About us

Humphries Weavingwww.humphriesweaving.co.ukdesign and weave bespoke fabrics for historic institutions, interior designers, architects, artists and ecclesiastical projects. We are one of three esteemed companies weaving at Sudbury Silk Millswww.sudburysilkmills.co.ukThe mill is fully vertical, including fabric design, yarn dyeing, warping, weaving and finishing and is OEKO-TEX STeP accredited and received a King’s Award for Sustainable Development in 2025.

We are searching for aProject Managerto join our established team.

·You will project manage the fabric design development process with our clients, known internally as an Account Manager.

The role

·This is your opportunity to be the face of Humphries Weaving and develop exceptional relationships to deliver sustainable, profitable growth through new business development within existing customers, new customers and new territories.

·You will promote the capabilities of the company, to internal and external stakeholders, and hold responsibility for market development, customer relationships and distribution channels, including working with specifiers and introducers.

·You will need to develop a great understanding of our markets, using intelligence to develop a strategic sales plan maximising opportunities and mitigating risks.

·Most importantly, you will be responsible for maintaining the high standards of service, providing our customers with the best solutions to their needs.

·You will be actively involved in product development, innovation and improvements across the business.

·This is a textile-product development driven role; generating inspirational fabrics from client briefs, through design decisions, yarn combinations, sophisticated colouring and inspiring presentation of developments.

·Whether contemporary or historic recreation, understanding the project scope and context to make appropriate recommendations and guide the client through the development and decision-making process.

Who are we looking for?

At Humphries Weaving, we recognise that learning is a continuous part of everyday life, you will be given the opportunity to learn and develop. To be successful in this role you will need a particular set of skills and experience which includes;

·Someone with proven commercial experience who enjoys nurturing exceptional relationships with distinguished clients.

·A person that is highly organised and energised by managing numerous concepts and projects concurrently from inception, through development and manufacturing to delivery.

·You will be detail orientated and methodical in your approach with the resolve to achieve successful project outcomes.

·Have strong communication skills, able to adapt tone, language and presentation style appropriately.

·An authentic interest in heritage textiles, historic environments and decorative arts; with a sensitivity to colour, texture and an appreciation of contemporary creative design and craft.

·Aptitude of a good team player, providing positive contributions to the team and supporting others. Holding a strong focus on execution of ideas and successful project conclusions.

·Someone who proactively considers innovation and improvement activity as part of their daily approach.

·Ability to create and implement an active development plan to maximise market and geographical opportunities and promote our capabilities, you will set and manage a budget.

·This is a mill-based role in Sudbury, Suffolk but the flexibility and enthusiasm to travel in the UK and internationally is required.

·You will be representing Humphries Weaving within the market, at industry events and networking opportunities

What will you bring

In order to join the team you will need:

·To display prior experience of the textiles industry, particularly manufacturing, or have a strong curiosity for how things are made.

·A minimum of two years relevant & proven commercial experience in a business-to-business environment.

·This role would suit someone with an interest in strategy and personal development.

·A full UK driving licence is required.

Looking after you

There are many benefits available to our people including financial benefits such as Company funded life insurance (4x salary), profit sharing scheme and salary sacrifice holiday purchase scheme. Along with more social benefits such as company organised social events, internal crafting clubs, wellbeing walks and involvement on the staff committee. There are too many to mention so we can discuss these further at interview.

About Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Sudbury Silk Mills we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that the success of our Company is built on the talent, creativity, and perspectives of all individuals, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

We actively seek out diverse individuals who are dedicated to our values of building a great place to work.

If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist you. We value diversity and encourage you to bring your unique experiences to our team.

If you are excited about being part of the world-renowned Sudbury Silk Industry, please send your CV and covering letter to Natalie Mumford [e-mail]

Closing date for applications20^th June 2025.

All candidates must have an existing right to work in the UK as we are unable to provide sponsorship.

To Recruitment agencies – we appreciate your interest in our business, but we have chosen to use direct means to recruit to this role. Should we choose to work with you we will contact you directly, but please don’t contact us to discuss this role.