Junior Footwear Account Manager

Li & Fung; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion industry is seeking a Junior Account Manager based in London. You will be responsible for managing new footwear product ranges while ensuring customer satisfaction and profitability. Ideal candidates will have experience in fashion footwear, strong organizational skills, and the ability to creatively manage projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in fashion footwear within a similar environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing new footwear product ranges to ensure business continuity.
• Analyzing market trends and driving product development.
• Building relationships with stakeholders and managing account activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Job description

The Junior Account Manager role involves managing and developing business sales and profitability budgets through the initiation and development of new footwear product ranges to meet customer needs.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing new footwear product ranges to ensure business continuity and customer satisfaction.
2. Understanding customer business requirements and plans to maximize opportunities for growth.
3. Managing costs within budget, including travel, samples, and freight, and seeking cost-saving opportunities.
4. Analyzing market trends and driving new material and component development accordingly.
5. Negotiating product costs and selling prices, creating costings, and obtaining final approval.
6. Controlling operational costs of the Product Team Design functions within budget.
7. Performing additional duties as delegated by management.
8. Building effective relationships with stakeholders and being the primary contact for client interactions.
9. Managing account activities and ensuring timely delivery of assignments.
10. Developing accurate and detailed design briefs.
11. Possessing knowledge of design principles and B2B/B2C service processes.
12. Managing conflicts confidently to maintain strong relationships.
13. Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations such as H&S, VAT, and Customs.
14. Fostering a team-oriented, trustworthy, and cooperative work environment.
15. Following up on sourcing critical paths from all countries.

We are looking for a Junior Account Manager with:

1. Experience in fashion footwear within a similar environment.
2. Confidence, agility, and determination to manage projects from the start.
3. Ability to think creatively and manage processes efficiently.
4. Strong organizational and time management skills.
5. A positive, proactive attitude.
6. Ability to work independently and in teams.
7. Effective communication skills.
8. Dexterity and agility.
9. Attention to detail and accuracy.
10. Patience, passion, and a willingness to share knowledge.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or political affiliation, in accordance with applicable laws and international standards.