<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Fashion - Business Development / Sales Manager</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">London - Covering the UK and Europe | £60-70K + bonus + uncapped commission</span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">So… what's the role?</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">We're working with a seriously exciting, fast-growing apparel business (family-run, global reach, big ambitions) that's on the hunt for a Business Development Manager / Sales Manager to help take things to the next level.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">This isn't your typical sales role. It's about being strategic, collaborative, and commercially sharp - someone who can spot opportunities, build relationships, and turn conversations into long-term partnerships.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Think less "spray and pray" and more targeted, high-impact business development </span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A bit about the business</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Established in 1989, now a third-generation family business</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Global player producing 40M+ units annually</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Trusted by major retailers (think the big names you already know)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Strong heritage in tailoring, now expanding into casualwear &amp; new categories</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Big growth plans - Including significant expansion in the UK and Europe</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">They've got the infrastructure, the product, and the reputation… now they need the right person to unlock new opportunities.</span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">What you'll be doing</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Winning new business across the UK &amp; Europe (especially Europe)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Building relationships with key decision-makers in major retail brands</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Acting as a frontline ambassador for the business - bringing the full story to life</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Collaborating closely with design, product &amp; sourcing teams to create winning ranges</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Developing tailored product proposals that actually land with customers</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Keeping things organised with weekly activity updates</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">You'll report into the GM, with strong links into global product teams.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">What makes this role different?</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">You won't be working in a silo - collaboration is everything here</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">You'll partner closely with an established team (no lone wolves)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">It's about insight-led selling, not just contacts</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Huge opportunity to shape the growth strategy</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Real autonomy, but with strong support behind you</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">What they're looking for (must-haves)</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Strong understanding of the clothing retail landscape (both commercial + product trends)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A natural ability to build trust at all levels</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Confident, creative communicator who can open doors &amp; start conversations</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Experience from either:</span></li><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Brand/retail side OR</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Supply chain/manufacturing side</span></li></ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A genuinely collaborative mindset (this is non-negotiable)</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Nice-to-haves</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Experience working in a global organisation</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A network of existing industry contacts</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Background in buying, design, sourcing, or production</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Any Scandinavian or German language skills (big plus for future growth plans)</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">What's in it for you?</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">£60-70K base salary</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Performance bonus + uncapped commission </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Huge growth opportunity as the business scales across Europe</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Chance to work with a modern, forward-thinking leadership team</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A real voice in shaping strategy - not just executing it</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Bottom line</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">If you're someone who understands the market, loves building relationships, and wants to be part of a business that's genuinely going places - this could be a very smart move.</span></p><p>BH35816</p></dd>