Sales Manager

TRP RECRUITMENT; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established trend-led supplier in Leicester is seeking a Sales Account Manager. This role focuses on managing existing accounts and developing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a similar role, strong connections with Buyers in retail, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include relationship building, driving sales growth, and collaborating with design teams. Knowledge of knitwear products is a plus. This position offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in a similar role within a supplier environment.
• Established network of Buyer relationships across relevant retail sectors.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with both clients and factories.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of knitwear products is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with existing accounts.
• Drive sales growth through upselling, cross-selling, and introducing new clients.
• Collaborate closely with design teams on product development.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery timelines with production teams.
• Manage high-volume orders effectively and in a timely manner.

Skills

Relationship building

Sales growth

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

We are looking for a Sales Account Manager to join a well‑established, trend‑led supplier. This role will focus on managing existing accounts while also developing new business opportunities.

The ideal candidate will already have strong connections with Buyers across mid‑to‑value‑focused online retailers, high‑street retailers, or supermarkets. You will work as part of a collaborative team of designers and garment technologists, reporting directly to the Director.

Main Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with existing accounts
• Drive sales growth through upselling, cross‑selling, and introducing new clients via your network
• Collaborate closely with design teams on product development tailored to customer needs
• Negotiate pricing and delivery timelines with the design and production teams
• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness of margins while working with merchandisers and buyers
• Manage high‑volume orders effectively and in a timely manner

Person Specification

• Proven track record of success in a similar role within a supplier environment
• Established network of Buyer relationships across relevant retail sectors
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with both clients and factories
• Strong organisational skills and ability to perform under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• Knowledge of knitwear products is advantageous