Marketing and Sales Manager
14 hours ago
Manchester
Marketing & Sales Manager – Village Women Dream Location: Hybrid/Remote Reports to: CEO Type: Part-time (with scope to grow) Start Date: ASAP Villagewomendream.com About Village Women Dream Village Women Dream (VWD) is a social enterprise empowering a community of rural Cambodian women artisans to work on their own terms. We create multi-generational collections using traditional techniques, sustainable materials, and a modern aesthetic. Our mission is to connect global consumers to meaningful craftsmanship while driving long-term impact for our Cambodian community. Role Overview The Marketing & Sales Manager will lead the development and execution of VWD’s marketing strategy, with a strong focus on fashion brand positioning, storytelling, and visual identity. This role will also be central to conceptualising and delivering pop-ups, community-building events, and supporting sales initiatives. It is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of creativity, fashion, and social impact. Key Responsibilities Marketing & Brand • Develop, manage, and execute VWD’s marketing strategy across social media, email, website, and strategic partnerships., • Work with the Head of Product to execute campaigns that highlight product, craft, and heritage., • Produce and manage visual and written content: photography briefs, short-form video, brand copy, and campaign messaging., • Lead email marketing strategy: newsletters, automated flows, and promotional campaigns., • Define and maintain a strong fashion-forward brand voice, tone, and visual identity., • Analyse engagement and campaign performance to optimise reach, growth, and conversion., • Conceptualise & assist in planning immersive pop-ups, fashion activations, and community events that showcase VWD collections., • Design event themes, storytelling elements, and customer experiences in line with brand aesthetics. Sales Support (Assisting CEO) • Assist the CEO in developing and executing sales strategies for online, wholesale, and event channels., • Support onboarding of boutiques, retailers, and ethical fashion stockists., • Support e-commerce updates, product descriptions, and seasonal promotions., • Maintain relationships with stockists, partners, and collaborators., • Track and report on sales performance to inform demand planning and collection development. Operational & Strategic • Support product launch planning and communications with Cambodian artisan partners., • Assist in creating fashion-focused marketing assets: lookbooks, pitch decks, and wholesale packs., • Contribute to merchandising strategy, collection pricing, and retail planning., • Support impact storytelling for fundraising, grants, and strategic partnerships. Skills & Experience Essential • 3–5 years experience in fashion marketing, brand management, or social media strategy (fashion, lifestyle, or ethical fashion preferred)., • Demonstrated ability to grow and engage online communities, with fashion-focused content., • Strong content creation skills: copywriting, brand storytelling, and visual direction., • Highly organised, with experience managing multiple projects and campaigns simultaneously., • Comfortable working in a start-up/social enterprise environment., • Passion for ethical production, sustainability, women’s empowerment, and artisan craft. Desirable • Experience in sales, retail partnerships, or e-commerce (Shopify a plus)., • Proven track record in pop-ups, fashion events, market stalls, or brand activations., • Basic graphic design and content editing (Canva/Adobe)., • Knowledge of ethical fashion landscape and conscious consumer behaviour., • Awareness of international development dynamics and experience working in socially-impactful contexts. Personal Attributes • Creative, proactive, and self-directed, capable of owning projects from concept to execution., • Strong storyteller with a sophisticated eye for fashion aesthetics and brand cohesion., • Awareness of cultural sensitivities and a passion for empowering our Cambodian artisan community by representing their craft with dignity, authenticity, and respect., • Curious, adaptable, and inspired by the challenge of building a meaningful, fashion-forward brand from the ground up., • Deeply values-driven and aligned with VWD’s mission, committed to ethical, sustainable, and socially impactful work. What We Offer • A role with purpose, creative autonomy, and direct social impact., • The opportunity to shape an impact brand at an early stage., • Flexible working and a collaborative, mission-led team., • Opportunities for growth as VWD expands., • Close collaboration with Cambodian artisans and impact-first partners. To Apply: Please send your CV, and a short statement on why you want to join VWD, to Villagewomendream.com