Key Account Manager - Global Sports Brand - Eyewear

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Key Account Manager to lead business development for a leading international premium eyewear company. The role involves expanding relationships in the UK and Nordics sports retail sector, contributing to strategic sales efforts, and representing premium brands. Join a company with 60 years of excellence, combining Italian craftsmanship with a rich fashion legacy.

Benefits

International onboarding and training

Work with exclusive sports licenses and premium brands

Qualifications

• Proven background in sales or key account management in Sporting Goods, Apparel, or Eyewear.
• Strong business development instincts with a solid network in UK/Nordic sports retail.
• Full UK driving license and ability to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development in sports retail across UK/Nordics.
• Manage and expand key relationships with retailers.
• Support strategic sales plans and exceed targets.

Skills

Sales

Key Account Management

Business Development

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational Skills

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Key Account Manager - Global Sports Brand - Eyewear, slough

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Client:

The TalentPool Company

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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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.