Key Account Manager
Inspire Resourcing are currently recruiting for a Key Account Manager on behalf of our client based in Derbyshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading business with opportunities to develop your career.
Duties:
· Develop and implement strategic business objectives.
· Drive sales and business development in existing and designated new accounts.
· Educating retailers and accounts to drive sales growth and brand awareness.
· Analyse accounts using all available internal and external data to optimise and maximise sales opportunities.
· Target and approach new major accounts with well-thought-out, structured business proposals.
· Work with the Head of Marketing to drive brand awareness via accounts, enhancing website performance and in-store education.
· Manage account base professionally.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
· Demonstrate passion for business development.
· Be experienced in opening new accounts and driving sales.
· Show an interest for the fashion and sneaker markets.
· Have experience in a fashion/sneaker-based sales role or relevant field.
· Be a team player, proactive, flexible, enthusiastic and demonstrate a ‘can do’ attitude.
· Be able to work to tight deadlines ensuring work remains of the highest quality.
· Be detail-orientated and dedicated.
· Demonstrate excellent time management skills.
· Be able to work cross-functionally with relevant teams.
· Be professional when representing the brand when liaising with external partners.
· Be a people person who is hands-on and open to learning in a collaborative and creative environment.
· Regularly research competitor and market trends to inspire and motivate the wider team.
REQUIREMENTS
· Someone who is passionate and wants to hit the ground running.
· Reasonably close proximity to the Head Office would be ideal, however, not essential.
· Excellent working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
· Excellent communication skills.
· Full UK Driving licence.
Package:
· Remote position, with opportunities to work from home, with regular domestic travel.
· Occasional European travel may be required for meetings and events.
· Full-time position.
· Opportunity to develop skills base through funded courses and training software.
· Competitive package commensurate with experience. Company car and usual benefits