Key Account Manager

Advocate Group; Arezzo; Remoto; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A recruitment agency seeks a Key Account Manager to oversee important customer relations for a leading footwear brand. This remote role involves Pan-European travel and requires proven account management success in the sporting or fashion industry. Candidates should be adept at building relationships, negotiating, and executing sales strategies. The initial contract is for 12 months, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position.

Competenze

• Proven success in managing and growing key accounts, ideally in sporting or fashion industry.
• Experience with Zalando, Footlocker, or JD Sports.
• Strong relationship building and account management skills.

Mansioni

• Develop strong, collaborative relationships with key accounts.
• Execute strategic sales plans and manage forecasts.
• Collaborate with internal teams for product launches.

Conoscenze

Account management

Sales strategy development

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Strumenti

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Descrizione del lavoro

Are you ready to make your mark in the world of footwear?

We are excited to partner with the legendary footwear brand - Saucony. This company doesn't just create shoes; they inspire runners and enthusiasts worldwide with innovative designs and unbeatable performance. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Key Account Manager to manage key customers.

This is a remote / field-based position with Pan-European travel required. Please note this is a 12-month FTC with the opportunity to progress into a permanent role.

This is your chance to build something extraordinary by driving sales growth, forging strong partnerships, and helping to make Saucony the go-to brand for retailers and consumers alike.

Responsibilities :

1. Develop strong, collaborative relationships with key accounts, enhancing business opportunities.
2. Craft and execute strategic sales plans, from forecasting and analysis to building "win-win" partnerships.
3. Partner with internal teams to deliver exceptional product launches, marketing campaigns, and visual merchandising.
4. Drive sales and gross margin growth while ensuring smooth operations across planning, shipping, and budgeting.
5. Represent the business at European meetings, building connections with peers and influencing the broader brand strategy.

What You’ll Need

• Proven success in managing and growing key accounts, ideally in the sporting or fashion industry.
• Must have experience with Zalando, Footlocker, or JD Sports.
• Experienced in building and delivering sales strategies across accounts.
• A great relationship builder, able to work with accounts to ensure all information is up to date.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• A passion for footwear and retail trends, supported by strong IT proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

If you're interested in this position, please APPLY NOW to be considered for this exciting vacancy.

The Advocate Group is the exclusive talent partner for Wolverine Worldwide. All direct or third-party applicants will be forwarded to The Advocate Group for processing.

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