Key Account Manager
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Area | North West, UK |
| Sector | Retail Operations - Other |
| Salary | GBP45000 - GBP55000 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH35766_1782226971 |
- Description
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER | GLOBAL ATHLEISURE BRAND | NORTH WEST | £45,000 - £55,000
If you live and breathe athleisure , performance & sportswear and know how to turn partnerships into powerful growth, then we need to hear from you!
This is your chance to join a high-growth, globally recognised performance brand that's shaking up the industry across the UK and Europe and now making bold moves into the US.They're dynamic, they're ambitious and they're packed with personality and they're looking for a Key Account Manager who can match that energy.
THE ROLE:
You'll take ownership of key wholesale relationships and help drive the next phase of global expansion. Working closely with the Senior KAM, founders and product managers, you'll shape strategy, unlock growth, and bring serious commercial impact on your accounts.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
- Own and grow key wholesale accounts across global markets
- Support to set the strategy to maximise current partnerships while identifying new opportunities and territories
- Work closely with founders and product teams to deliver impactful seasonal sales initiatives
- Drive revenue; both immediate wins and long-term growth opportunities
- Analyse performance across:
- Sell-through
- Margins
- Stock position
- Lead-times, freight & delivery
- Present seasonal ranges with energy and commercial insight, anticipating buyer needs and highlighting bestsellers
- Build powerful, win-win partnerships with global retailers, e-comm players, and key independents
- Align on marketing, in-store POS, and digital activations to boost brand visibility and sell-through
- Stay on top of KPIs, trends, and market insights, turning data into action
WHO YOU ARE:
- Obsessed with product and plugged into trends
- Commercially sharp with a strong understanding of wholesale performance drivers
- A relationship-builder who knows how to create lasting, strategic partnerships
- High-energy, target-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Passionate about fitness, fashion, and athleisure
- Experienced in branded buying, account management, or wholesale/key accounts
WHY JOIN?
- Be part of a brand with serious momentum across the UK & Europe-and exciting US expansion plans
- Work in a business where your ideas are heard and your impact is visible
- Join a team that's bold, collaborative, and full of charisma
THE PERKS:
- 40% staff discount
- Bonus Scheme
- Incredible flexi-hours
- On-site parking
- Free on-site gym
- Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
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