Solomon Page · 1 week ago
Sales Manager Preppy Womens Apparel
Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions, and they are seeking a results-driven and strategic Sales Manager for a women's apparel wholesale division. The role involves driving revenue growth, cultivating strong relationships, and managing the entire wholesale sales cycle.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive strategic sales plans to meet and exceed annual sales
Manage the departmental budget, optimize pricing strategies, and negotiate contracts and terms with key accounts
Track and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales growth, average order value (AOV), win rate, and sales cycle length
Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing wholesale clients, including department stores, specialty boutiques, and e-commerce platforms
Identify and secure new wholesale accounts to expand market penetration and increase overall distribution
Handle escalated client issues and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and retention
Recruit, train, coach, and motivate the wholesale sales team to achieve individual and team quotas
Collaborate closely with the Design, Merchandising, and Production teams to align sales efforts with product availability and brand vision
Oversee order processing, inventory forecasting, and logistics to ensure efficient order fulfillment and high order accuracy rates
Monitor inventory levels, sell-through rates, and inventory turnover to optimize stock management and minimize backorders
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in wholesale sales management, specifically within the apparel or fashion industry
Deep knowledge of the women's apparel market, seasonal cycles, trends, fabrications, and the B2B sales landscape
Proven negotiation and presentation skills
Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in sales forecasting and performance metrics
Experienced with NuOrder, Blue Cherry and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to travel frequently to client meetings, trade shows, and corporate offices as required
Preferred
A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
401(k)
Direct deposit
Commuter benefits