Director Business Development, PR and Marketing

Nina McLemore; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing allowance

Income potential with salary and commission

Job summary

A designer apparel company in Washington is seeking a Business Development and Sales professional to enhance brand recognition and drive sales. The role includes leading a sales team, developing client relationships, and executing marketing strategies in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates are team leaders with strong strategic planning and networking skills. A college degree and relevant sales or business development experience are required. This position offers significant income potential and a clothing allowance.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic planning and networking skills are essential.
• Experience in sales management or business development is required.
• Ability to develop and maintain client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a strategic business development plan.
• Develop the sales team and maintain clientele lists.
• Act as the brand ambassador in the community.

Skills

Strategic planning

Networking

Sales management

Customer service

Education

College Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Development and Sales for designer apparel company for executive and professional women who want quiet luxury and powerful clothes. This is a fabulous opportunity for someone who likes meeting and working with accomplished women. Nina designs clothes for women so that when they walk in the room, everyone knows they belong at the table. You can have a lot of impact. This is a creative position also for someone who appreciates quality fabrics that are crafted in NY and a timeless style and who thrives in a fast paced environment.

Background can be in Sales, Marketing, Fashion, non-profit, consulting, association management, DEI, law, Lobbyist, banking, Government leadership and relations. Fashion and retail not required.

Responsibilities:

Lead the development of a strategic business development plan to build the brand recognition, to drive sales by attracting new clients and developing client relationships Develop sales team, maintain and build clientele lists and database, plan special events, create partnerships with companies and non-profits. Develop marketing, social media and advertising plans.

Lead DTC online sales and marketing

Hire, lead, and develop the sales and operations of the store to consistently meet and/or exceed sales plans.

Act as the brand ambassador in the community by building relationships with business organizations, clubs and non profits for client development and special events.

Execute superior customer service and clienteling on a consistent basis to increase and retain customer loyalty.

The Ideal candidate is a team leader with an entrepreneurial mentality who has strong strategic planning, networking and sales skills.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• College Degree required.
• Sales management or business development experience, event planning experience with non-profit and charities a plus.
• Ability to Budget, manage achievement of sales results and profitability targets.
• Ability to develop new opportunities and maintain client relationships.
• Networking
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Opportunity for significant income (salary and commission) and clothing allowance included.

Please attach a copy of your resume when applying for this position. You must be within commuting distance to the store to be considered.