Westlake Brands · 1 day ago
Sales Manager – B2B (Fashion Apparel & Travel Gear)
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expWestlake Brands is an upcoming consumer products company based in Austin, TX specializing in fashion outerwear, lifestyle apparel, and premium travel gear. They are seeking a dynamic, driven B2B Sales Manager to lead customer acquisition, manage strategic accounts, and drive revenue across the U.S. market.
Apparel & Fashion
Responsibilities
Identify and secure new B2B customers in fashion, outdoor/travel, lifestyle, and corporate segments
Build a robust pipeline across wholesale retailers, specialty stores, distributors, and corporate buyers
Lead sales presentations, product demos, and seasonal line showings
Serve as the primary contact for key accounts, ensuring strong relationships and customer satisfaction
Manage seasonal order cycles, pricing negotiations, and sales programs
Collaborate with merchandising and product teams to deliver customized solutions
Develop annual and quarterly sales plans, including revenue targets and category goals
Track performance metrics and optimize assortment and pricing based on customer feedback and sales data
Report insights to leadership to influence product and sourcing strategy
Work closely with Product Development to communicate U.S. market needs
Partner with Supply Chain to ensure accurate forecasts, on‑time delivery, and operational excellence
Collaborate with Marketing to drive customer‑specific campaigns and presentations
Stay updated on fashion and travel‑gear trends, pricing shifts, and competitor activities
Translate market feedback into actionable recommendations for assortment and brand strategy
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree, Masters preferred
5–8+ years of B2B sales experience in apparel, outerwear, accessories, travel gear, or similar consumer goods
Strong network or experience working with U.S. retailers, specialty stores, or corporate procurement teams
Proven history of meeting/exceeding revenue targets
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
Willingness to travel domestically (30–50%)
Curiosity
Preferred
Experience in fast‑fashion or rapid product development cycles
Familiarity with private label, OEM/ODM, and white‑label manufacturing
Knowledge of CRM tools and sales reporting platforms
Experience with outerwear, technical materials, or soft‑goods manufacturing
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Competitive base salary + performance‑based incentives
Opportunity to shape the U.S. market for a growing global brand
Cross‑border exposure working with U.S. Europe and Asia‑based teams
Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with room for career growth
Company
Westlake Brands
Welcome to Westlake/WL Brands! We specialize in crafting premium lifestyle products that seamlessly blend simplicity and performance to elevate your daily experiences.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Vinay Nagareddy
Chief Technology Officer
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