Key Account Manager - Global Sports Brand - Eyewear

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading international premium eyewear company as a Key Account Manager, driving business development across the UK and Nordics. Leverage your network to expand market presence in the sports retail sector while collaborating with global teams and managing key retailer relationships. This role offers the opportunity to work with exclusive sports licenses and premium brands, supported by comprehensive training and onboarding.

Benefits

International onboarding and training

Qualifications

• Proven background in sales or key account management within Sporting Goods, Apparel, or Eyewear/Sunglasses.
• Strong business development instincts with a solid network in the UK/Nordic sports retail landscape.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development in sports retail across UK/Nordics.
• Manage and expand key relationships with retailers like JD Sports and Frasers Group.
• Deliver product training and brand education to retail partners.

Skills

Sales

Key Account Management

Business Development

Communication

Negotiation

Organisational Skills

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Key Account Manager - Global Sports Brand - Eyewear, london

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Client:

The TalentPool Company

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

? Key Account Manager – UK & Nordics | Premium Heritage Eyewear with Global Sports Partnerships

An exciting opportunity to join a leading international premium eyewear company known for its heritage fashion collections and exclusive global sports brand licenses.

We're looking for a commercially driven Key Account Manager to lead business development across the UK, Ireland, and Nordics, tapping into your network and expanding our footprint within the sports retail sector.

Your Role

• Drive new business development in sports retail across UK/Nordics—identify opportunities and open doors using your existing network.
• Manage and expand key relationships with retailers like JD Sports, Frasers Group, Sportshoes, M&M Direct, and STAG Buying Group.
• Support strategic sales plans and hit/exceed targets in collaboration with the Senior Key Account Manager.
• Deliver product training and brand education to retail partners to boost sell-through.
• Act as a key contact for global sports partnerships, sponsorships, and event activation
• Collaborate with global brand teams, bringing market insight and feeding back on product positioning.

What We're Looking For

• A proven background in sales or key account management within Sporting Goods, Apparel, or Eyewear/Sunglasses is essential
• Strong business development instincts with a solid network in the UK/Nordic sports retail landscape.
• Experience with promotional planning and sales forecasting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
• Comfortable presenting and representing premium brands with authenticity and authority.
• Full UK driving license and ability to travel frequently across territories.

What You’ll Get

• Join a global eyewear leader with over 60 years of excellence.
• Be part of a company combining Italian craftsmanship with global reach.
• Work with exclusive sports licenses and fashion-forward premium brands.
• International onboarding and training.