Business Development Executive

Business Development ExecutiveHinckley, Leicestershire£35,000 - £45,000 per annumPermanent, Full-TimeOffice-based

Macildowie are working with this client based in Hinckley to recruit an experienced Sales Executive within the apparel and accessories sector.

If you're a commercially minded sales professional with experience in apparel, fashion or merchandise, this is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of business development activity while working with well-known retail customers, licensing partners and music industry clients.

The Role

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• Driving new business growth across retail, music merchandise, touring and licensing markets.
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• Building long-term relationships with buyers, merchandisers, licensing partners and key stakeholders.
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• Identifying opportunities to expand product ranges and maximise account growth.
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• Managing pricing, margins, sales forecasting and overall commercial performance.
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• Working closely with design, production and operations teams to deliver projects efficiently.
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• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity and consumer behaviour to identify new opportunities.
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• Leading customer meetings, presentations and business reviews.
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• Managing customer orders, project timelines and critical paths to ensure successful delivery.
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The ideal candidate:

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• At least two years' experience in business development, sales or account management within apparel, fashion, merchandise or a related industry.
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• A proven track record of identifying and converting new business opportunities.
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• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage pricing, margins and sales performance.
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• Experience working within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
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• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
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• The ability to manage multiple customer projects simultaneously.
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• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
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• Knowledge of music merchandise, licensing, touring or promotional products would be advantageous.
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• Good Microsoft Office skills.
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• A full UK driving licence.
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