Account Manager

This is a brand new opportunity recruiting for an experienced Account Manager to join an established Menswear supplier & international manufacturer. A varied role to manage accounts, grow organic sales and relationships and be part of a multi-functional team dedicated to the design, development and production of multi-category apparel ranges.
Account Manager - Responsibilities:
* Dealing with the customer on all aspects of the buying and production cycle and being the first point of contact to answer all customer queries.
* Attend regular meetings with buyers.
* Management of critical path from sampling through to bulk production and then delivery.
* Feeding back and problem solving any critical path issues.
* Liaising with design teams, technical teams, production units, fabric suppliers and buying offices to ensure margin, quality, style and delivery objectives are met.
* Negotiating with factories and suppliers to get better prices and lead times.
* Developing business by targeting new customers
Account Manager - Skills and Requirements:
* Educated to degree standard
* Five years plus relevant experience of account management in the clothing industry.
* A knowledge of the supplier merchandising process to high volume retailers/etailers would be beneficial.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* A confident, proactive approach capable of working effectively in a team under pressure in a demanding fast paced environment
* Ability to interact effectively with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
* Overseas travel may be required from time to time