Account Manager

TRP Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month

Manchester, Greater Manchester M24WU, England

£45,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A new opportunity has emerged for an experienced Account Manager in Manchester, specializing in nightwear and loungewear for a leading supplier to UK retailers.
The role requires a minimum of 3 years of account management experience within a supplier background, specifically in the fashion industry.
Key responsibilities include developing existing accounts, managing costs, and collaborating with the in-house design team to create new product ranges.
Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and a positive attitude towards project management.
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, reflecting the importance of the role within the company.

A Fabulous new opportunity has arisen within an established and successful supplier to several large retailers and supermarkets throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Account Manager with Nightwear/loungewear experience and a track record of working with fashion retailers.
Based in Manchester ,this role will be to develop current existing accounts through the initiation and development of new product ranges to meet the commercial requirements of their customers as well as developing new business within this product area.
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Main Responsibilities Will Include:

To ensure the constant development of new product ranges which give continuity to the business requirements and satisfies the customer needs.
Service existing accounts and develop new accounts
To be aware at the time of the customer's overall business requirements and plans to maximise any opportunities to gain further business.
To control and manage costs in line with the agreed budget levels.
Work closely with the inhouse design team
To manage travel, samples, and sample freight costs with the agreed budget
Evaluate and interpret market trends, initiate and drive new material and component development in line with the market direction.
To negotiate the cost and selling prices of each product in line with agreed targets. Create costings and progress to final approval.
Monitor and ensure that the costs of operating the Product Team Design functions are controlled within the budgeted expenditure levels.

Person Requirements:

Nightwear/lounge wear experience
Strong account management experience within a supplier background
Ability to demonstrate the strength, confidence, agility, and determination in assuming control of all related projects from the outset.
Ability to think laterally and quickly, ensuring the process is managed and delivered on time with the right-first-time approach.
Possess demonstrable organisation and time management skills.
Display a positive mental attitude, always can do.
Ability to communicate effectively to all audiences.
Accuracy and strong attention to detail.
Assume general responsibility for all account activity and qualitative/timely delivery of an agreed assignment.

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