Account Manager
- Slough, Berkshire
- £40,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Berkshire – SLOUGH
Salary: £40,000 basic + £55,000 OTE in Year 1
Year 2 Earnings: Up to £100,000+ for successful performers
Commission: Paid on % growth of existing accounts + higher commission on new businessThis is an ideal role for a commercially-minded individual with a background in fashion, textiles, or product sales, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to grow within a highly collaborative team.Your Role: Sales Partner & Growth Driver
You’ll be working closely with the Sales Manager – currently the sole person in sales – as their right-hand commercial partner. Together, you’ll manage key clients, develop new leads, and grow the sales pipeline globally. This is very much a team-based role, so a collaborative, proactive approach is essential.You’ll have access to strong internal resources – including design, sourcing, and production – to support your success when pitching and converting new accounts.🔑 Key Responsibilities:
Partner closely with the Sales Manager to drive account growth and support all sales activityGenerate new leads and actively pursue new business opportunities globallyManage and grow a selection of existing accounts across fashion retail, e-commerce, and off-price sectorsPrepare and lead client presentations, supported by the in-house design teamContribute to seasonal planning, sales forecasting, and pipeline reportingHelp deliver against turnover and margin targets as part of a two-person sales teamTrack competitor activity and identify white space in the marketAttend client meetings and travel internationally as required💸 What’s on Offer:
£40,000 base salary£10,000k/£15,000k OTE in Year 1 (Realistic)Up to £100k+ in Year 2 for high achieversCommission on existing account growthHigher commission rate for new business winsDirect mentorship and collaboration with an experienced Sales ManagerOpportunity to grow into a standalone sales role with your own major accountsGlobal exposure – working with clients across UK, Europe, North America, and the Middle EastCreative, forward-thinking product team to support your pitches and client proposals👤 Who We’re Looking For:
2-4 years’ experience in a commercial role within fashion, apparel, textiles, or product sales or strategic Account Management and New BusinessStrong relationship-building skills and confidence in client-facing settingsExcellent lead generation, research, and outreach abilitiesTarget-driven, proactive, and highly organisedComfortable working both independently and closely with a sales leaderAbility to travel for meetings, trade shows, and client visits as neededBonus points for experience with:Licensed products or fashion brandsERP/PLM systemsInternational sales experience📨 Apply TodayIf you’re a motivated, commercially focused individual ready to work side-by-side with an experienced Sales Manager in a fast-paced, fashion-led business – this is your opportunity. Apply now or contact us for a confidential chat.01628 600785 nayha.shaikh@mandevillerecruitment.co.ukMandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.