National Sales Manager
Exeter/ National Travel
Circa £30k-£40k DOE
Are you an ambitious and proactive individual with a passion for wholesale and retail events? This is your chance to join a high-growth lifestyle brand based in Devon. Inspired by timeless coast and countryside living, this premium clothing brand is known for exceptional quality and a commitment to outstanding customer service.
With a growing reputation and exciting plans for the future, they’re looking for a talented National Sales Manager to help shape two key revenue channels. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of wholesale strategy, build strong stockist relationships, and deliver memorable events that showcase the brand.
What You’ll Be Doing
Wholesale Management:
* Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and implement a scalable wholesale strategy.
* Drive growth by securing new wholesale partnerships across the UK.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with existing stockists, presenting new collections and ensuring the brand is well-represented in-store.
* Use data-driven insights to influence stock planning and buying decisions.
* Create tailored promotional plans and merchandising solutions, especially during product launches.
* Oversee point-of-sale (POS) materials, ensuring effective use across wholesale networks.
Event Management:
* Plan, organise, and attend customer shows and retail events across the UK (approximately 10 per year).
* Manage all logistics, from booking stand space to stock allocation, staff schedules, haulage, and on-site operations.
* Ensure the brand is professionally and creatively presented through visually striking event displays.
* Build relationships with event organizers to secure future opportunities.
* Gather and share customer feedback and insights with the wider team to shape future planning.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Experienced in retail or wholesale with a proven track record of success.
* A confident communicator who thrives on building strong relationships with customers and stockists.
* Creative and detail-oriented, with a flair for merchandising and event presentation.
* Entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with the ability to manage high-priority tasks effectively.
* Adaptable and collaborative, with a positive, can-do attitude and a sense of humour.
* Happy to travel during the week visiting stockists and work occasional weekends for events (time in lieu provided).
* A valid UK driving license and confident driver.
What’s In It for You?
* Generous clothing allowance and discounts for friends and family.
* 20 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off.
* A fun, friendly, and relaxed work environment with a supportive team.
* Regular social events to celebrate team successes.
* Opportunities to grow your career with a fast-growing brand.
For more information or an informal chat contact Helen at Sarah West Recruitment on 01392 873813 or email careers@sarahwest.co.uk to apply.