Sales Manager - Next Sourcing - The Set

TN United Kingdom; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sales Manager to join their team in Market Harborough. This role involves managing client relationships, leading product development, and driving sales growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sourcing and commercial awareness, with excellent problem-solving skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and great career development opportunities.

Benefits

Profit-Related Bonuses

Holiday Entitlement

Pension Contributions

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Strong background in product development and sourcing.
• Experience managing branded products and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with clients and teams.
• Track sales performance and report to management.
• Lead product development from concept to delivery.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Product Development

Client Relationship Management

Problem-Solving

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17.05.2025

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Sales Manager, Next Sourcing - The Set

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Next Sourcing

£45,873

Office, Market Harborough

Working Pattern: Typically 5 days in office. Due to time zone differences, flexibility is required to accommodate meetings with Far East teams, which may necessitate 8am start times.

If you have a flair for product, outstanding commercial awareness, and apparel & footwear sourcing knowledge, this opportunity might interest you. We are seeking a Sales Manager within Next Sourcing Brands to nurture and grow our business with Next Own Brand - The Set. This role offers great development prospects and the chance to work within a fantastic team.

Next Sourcing is a fully owned subsidiary of Next PLC, committed to excellence in the apparel and footwear industry. Driven by innovation, we focus on delivering high-quality products and exceptional experiences. We are looking for a passionate and experienced sales manager to join our expanding team. This role reports to the Head of Brands Sales & Marketing at Next Sourcing.

Your role

• Relationship Management: Manage and develop relationships with License and Direct Brands clients, Next Sourcing UK and overseas teams.
• Strategic Collaboration: Collaborate with sourcing teams in various territories to develop strategies that bring the best offers to branded clients, including product development, pricing, and responsiveness.
• Performance Monitoring: Track sales performance, support teams in improving results, and report progress to senior management.
• Opportunity Identification: Identify new product opportunities and growth areas, convert ideas into orders, and drive sales.
• Product Development: Lead in product development from concept to ready-to-buy products.
• Critical Path Management: Coordinate product delivery timelines with brand critical paths to meet key dates.
• Sales and Influence: Sell product offers convincingly, influence brand ranges, and ensure alignment with brand needs.
• Negotiations: Assist in price, delivery, and small order negotiations, ensuring competitive pricing and service.
• Troubleshooting: Act as a link between brands and sourcing teams to resolve issues and maintain customer loyalty.
• Travel Requirements: Travel for seasonal visits, trade shows, and inspiration trips.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress and accelerate their career.

About you

You should have a strong background in product development and sourcing, experience managing branded products, and nurturing client relationships. Demonstrate exceptional commercial awareness, trend understanding, and knowledge of product development and manufacturing. Ability to work well within a team, be personable, and present new concepts confidently is essential. Drive, enthusiasm, problem-solving skills, and experience in buying, merchandising, or supplier roles are highly beneficial.

Your team

Next Sourcing operates globally, with teams in cities like Istanbul and Shanghai, focusing on product development and sourcing to deliver products customers love.

Your benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including profit-related bonuses, holiday entitlement, pension contributions, life assurance, shares, income protection, private medical insurance, sharesave scheme, staff discounts, and more. Details will be discussed at the interview stage.