Knitwear Sales Manager/Business Development Manager (Tgm1769) - Excellent Salary Doe

Location: Leicester
Type: Permanent
Industry: Ladieswear
Job Ref: TGM1769
The Company:
A well-established, global fashion company are currently looking for a Sales Manager\/ Business Development Manager to join their growing and dynamic team. The main purpose of the role is to prospect for new customers and build a genuine, robust and deliverable pipeline by using social media, networking, cold calling, or any other means of generating interest from prospective clients. He\/she must then plan persuasive approaches and pitches that will result in profitable closed new business for the company. Developing a rapport with prospective clients is a key part of the job role. This is for a knitwear company and knitwear experience is required.
The Role:
Prospect and identify potential new prospect customers
Ensure a robust pipeline of opportunities
Identify and meet potential clients and decision makers by growing, maintaining, and leveraging your network
Present the business to potential clients; ensure their knowledge on the business\u2019 capabilities and services are relevant and up to date
Use tools such as social media to research and build relationships with new clients
Plan approaches and pitches.
Work with internal global BD and Operational teams to develop proposals and pricing the solution\/service that speaks to the client's needs, concerns, and objectives; proceed timely submissions
Building close and effective working relationships with a network of contacts within prospective customers
Close new business deals by coordinating requirements and solutions globally; develop and negotiate contracts and integrate contract requirements with business operations
Work with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation and transition to Account Management team upon new business is awarded
Present the business updates to the leadership team and other interested stakeholders
Screen potential RFI\/RFP\u2019s by analysing tender information and evaluating internal fit and recommend next steps
Analyse data received from prospect customers and present them with an optimal and cost-efficient solution
Collaborate with Project Team, Cost Modelling and Operations teams to build an optimal solution; present findings and recommendations
Attend industry functions such as events and conferences and provide feedback and information on market and trends
Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales
Use knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop the company\u2019s unique selling propositions and differentiators
Skills Required:
At least 4 years of relevant experience in Business Development role
Knitwear experience working with a retailer or fashion supplier
Strong skillset in Sales within a Business Development role and be able to demonstrate significant experience in the supply chain\/global warehousing & distribution\/integrated freight management services knowledge
Vertical exposures to Fashion & lifestyle, retails or FMCG will be an advantage
Strong ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures and countries
Results oriented approach with excellent analytical and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as experience communicating and influencing with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels across multiple business units
An entrepreneurial mindset, with the tenacity to develop ideas independently and thrive in fast-paced environment is crucial.
Fluency in English, both spoken and written. Further additional second language is an advantage.
Open to travel abroad.
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