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A New York based leading women’s dress company known for our unique designs and quality workmanship. We are dedicated to empowering women to look and feel their best in every situation. Our commitment to excellence is evident not just in our products but also in the relationships we foster with our retail partners.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager with a proven track record in the apparel industry, particularly in women's dresswear. The ideal candidate should have established relationships with key department stores, especially Kohl's, Costco, BJ's, and Target. This is a pivotal role responsible for driving sales growth, expanding market reach, and ensuring successful partnerships with our retail partners.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Account Management: Manage existing accounts and ensure that the company's products are prominently featured.
2. Business Development: Identify and secure new business opportunities, with a particular emphasis on expanding our presence in department stores.
3. Relationship Building: Foster and cultivate strong relationships with buyers, merchandisers, and other key stakeholders in the department store sector.
4. Sales Strategy: Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets.
5. Market Analysis: Keep a pulse on market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive activity to identify opportunities and threats.
6. Product Presentation: Present the company's collections in line showings, individual buyer meetings, and ensuring our products are positioned advantageously.
7. Feedback Loop: Liaise with the design and production teams to provide feedback from the market regarding product preferences, trends, and potential areas of improvement.
8. Reporting: Regularly report sales performance metrics, account growth, and market insights to senior management.
Qualifications:
1. Minimum of 10 years of sales experience in the apparel industry, with a focus on women's dresswear/sportwear.
2. Established relationships with major department stores, especially Kohl's, Costco, BJ's, and Target.
3. Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
4. Strong negotiation skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
6. Willingness to travel as required.
7. Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented and outgoing ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
8. Highly detail oriented and meticulous.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
Health insurance
- Paid time off
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