Senior Yarn Sales Manager - B2B Growth

Kentwool; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

KENTWOOL is seeking an experienced Yarn Sales Manager to lead and grow its yarn business in Pickens, SC. You will manage existing customer relationships, pursue new accounts, and develop a focused sales strategy for the yarn market.

The role combines account management with hands-on sales, pricing, and market assessment to drive sustainable growth. Based in the Pickens manufacturing facility, you will report to the President, supervise one employee, and travel for customer meetings and events as

Qualifications

• Direct yarn sales experience is highly preferred.
• At least five years of successful B2B sales and account-management experience.
• Textile industry experience preferred; otherwise strong ability to learn complex products.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, textiles, or related field preferred; relevant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow yarn business by managing existing customer relationships and pursuing new accounts.
• Develop and implement a focused yarn sales strategy and pricing approach.
• Manage quotes, pricing coordination, and forecasting with leadership.
• Maintain accurate customer, pricing, pipeline, and account records.
• Supervise one employee and provide mentorship in sales activities.
• Travel for customer meetings, business development, and industry events.

Skills

Account management

Relationship development

Negotiation

Closing skills

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or marketing

Textiles or related field preferred

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

KENTWOOL is seeking an experienced Yarn Sales Manager to lead and grow its yarn business in Pickens, SC. You will manage existing customer relationships, pursue new accounts, and develop a focused sales strategy for the yarn market.

The role combines account management with hands-on sales, pricing, and market assessment to drive sustainable growth. Based in the Pickens manufacturing facility, you will report to the President, supervise one employee, and travel for customer meetings and events as