We are looking for an experienced Senior National Wholesale Sales Account Manager to bring fresh ideas and energy to this highly successful global fashion & accessories business. You will be looking after an exciting portfolio of established (national) clients and well as pro-actively seeking new business opportunities in the retail trade and ecommerce space. We are looking for someone with a strategic an innovative style to sales and account management – someone who can maintain long-term relationships and cultivate and grow new relationships within the industry. This is a great opportunity for someone to come in, have a valued voice and possibility of quick progression to Sales Director level! This role is a client facing role so we are looking for someone happy to travel to meet clients in person; and have a fantastic central London HQ & showroom when needed. Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance This is a remote/field based role, monthly visits to London HQ when needed. MUST BE UK BASED - NO SPONSORSHIP REQUIRED The Role • To deliver sales targets against assigned national key accounts. • Weekly analysis, forecasting and reporting – feeding back to stakeholders on risks and opportunities. • Manage and present relevant seasonal products to retailers. • Curate commercial and tactical selling strategies and co-ordinate across internal functions to deliver customer needs. • Future business planning. • Lead regular sales review meetings. • Work closely with the Marketing and VM teams to support execution of new product ranges and initiatives. The Person • Ideally at least 7 years’ experience in sales, managing national retail accounts – both key account management and new business. • Experience selling a variety of categories is preferable. • Natural ability to build commercial relationships both internally and externally at all levels. • Ability to build a business plan with retail clients – factoring in multiple touch points across VM, Marketing and logistics. • An understanding of ecommerce and drop shipping best practice would be an advantage! • Entrepreneurial flair. • A full UK driving licence.