Category Development Manager
18 days ago
Bradford
Do you love working with global fashion brands and designers? Do you have a passion for woven textiles; woollen, worsted, cashmere? We’ve partnered with respected British mill, based in West Yorkshire that has over two centuries of heritage: renowned for their high quality, technical skill and long-standing partnerships, it’s a great time to join them. They’re looking for a Category Account Manager to add to their brilliant team. It’s hands-on, fast-paced and a great opportunity to build a long-term career in British woven textiles. What You’ll Get • A salary of £50k, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Mobile phone, laptop and credit card, • Mileage paid for minimal UK travel, • Travel to Paris, London, Milan, New York, • Company credit card and phone/laptop, • Career growth within a stable, highly respected manufacturer, • Work directly with globally recognised fashion brands About You • You’ve worked in textiles and understand fabrics from design to end-process, • Proven knowledge of woven, worsted and cashmere fabrics, • You’ve got a background in design, textiles, product development or technical fabrics, • Confident working with high-end clients who expect exceptional service, • An excellent communicator (written, verbal, face-to-face), • Commercially savvy and convinced in negotiation, • Fantastic organisation and accuracy; very strong with Excel, • You know who the competitor’s are and keep a close eye on their activity and market trends, • You’re based in Bradford (or commutable) and happy to travel globally About the Role • You’ll be the face of the brand for high-end clients across the globe, • Protect and elevate a brand of British craftsmanship, • Working with the Brand Director, helping to guide fabric choices, colour stories and seasonal direction with iconic fashion houses, • Nurturing and growing key accounts and high-profile collaborations, • Ensure accurate order handling, shipping and logistics About the company • A true British heritage manufacturer in the making for over 250 years, • They’re a stable business who offer a long-term career path, • The hiring manager says “there’s no better place to work” Of you’ve got a true passion for working with beautiful fabrics and high-value clients, email your CV to Don’t miss out on this one!