Sports Recruitment International

Pan-European Strategic Key Account Manager

Salary: Competitive » Ref: JO5069 » Location: London

A rare opportunity has become available at Lacoste Chaussures, a key brand of the Pentland Group whose portfolio includes prominent brands such as Speedo, Bergahus and Ellesse. A Strategic Key Account Manager is required to drive and manage all aspects of the business within one of their key European retailers in order to present a strong brand image, deliver on financial targets, drive growth in line with strategic plans and maximize sales and margin.

As an experienced strategic account manager within either the sports and/or fashion industry at a retail/wholesale level you will have a rounded understanding of the European markets and are able to manage and drive SMU processes. Your ability to plan, organize, analyze and your financial awareness will be important for you to succeed in this role.  It is also critical you have an eye for future trends from a fashion and lifestyle perspective and an understanding footwear and/or apparel.

Working very closely with product and marketing teams you will have the unique opportunity to be exposed and involved in all aspects of the business, where you are able to influence and share ideas whilst having direct access to senior management. You will ideally be located in the London HQ; however we will consider Amsterdam based candidates.

It is imperative that you can engage and influence all relevant departments within the Lacoste Footwear business on current activity and future development for your account so that they are supporting your efforts. You will have a proven track record nurturing strategic relationships, a commercial mind and an abundance of presence to carry the brand across Europe.

The company is prepared to offer a competitive compensation package, which includes base salary plus incentive bonus and a comprehensive benefits program.

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