Account Manager – Menswear

Our client, a leading supplier, is seeking an experienced and motivated Account Manager to join their multi-product menswear team, supporting Senior Account Managers. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the menswear fashion supply sector, with experience managing high street and supermarket accounts. Our client is looking for someone with a proactive approach, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with buyers and customers on day-to-day issues.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships within your team and across departments.
• Manage product development and the critical path with merchants.
• Coordinate with fabric, garment tech, merchandising, and design teams to ensure on-time delivery of product development projects.
• Handle general admin duties including chasing and organising samples, taking photos of garments, and maintaining clear records of submits and approvals.
• Provide guidance to freelance design teams to align product development with internal and customer strategies.
• Knowledge of costings
• Represent the company’s interests to customers, suppliers, and manufacturers.
• Ensure flexibility in working hours as required by the business.
• Travel within the UK

Skills and Qualities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to take direction and work both as part of a team and independently.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines.
• Self-motivated, able to prioritise and multi-task.
• Experience in managing administrative tasks methodically and efficiently.