Overview

We’re working with a leading international fashion supplier with an impressive design-to-delivery model and a growing global client base. This business is now looking to hire a Sales Account Executive to support and partner with the existing Sales Manager, helping to drive growth, build new relationships, and manage key global accounts.

Sales Account Manager, Business Development Manager – Fashion Supplier (Global B2B Sales)
Location: Berkshire – SLOUGH
Salary: £40,000 basic + £55,000 OTE in Year 1
Year 2 Earnings: Up to £100,000+ for successful performers
Commission: Paid on % growth of existing accounts + higher commission on new business

This is an ideal role for a commercially-minded individual with a background in fashion, textiles, or product sales, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to grow within a highly collaborative team.

Your Role: Sales Partner & Growth Driver
You’ll be working closely with the Sales Manager – currently the sole person in sales – as their right-hand commercial partner. Together, you’ll manage key clients, develop new leads, and grow the sales pipeline globally. This is very much a team-based role, so a collaborative, proactive approach is essential.

You’ll have access to strong internal resources – including design, sourcing, and production – to support your success when pitching and converting new accounts.

🔑 Key Responsibilities:
Partner closely with the Sales Manager to drive account growth and support all sales activity

Generate new leads and actively pursue new business opportunities globally

Manage and grow a selection of existing accounts across fashion retail, e-commerce, and off-price sectors

Prepare and lead client presentations, supported by the in-house design team

Contribute to seasonal planning, sales forecasting, and pipeline reporting

Help deliver against turnover and margin targets as part of a two-person sales team

Track competitor activity and identify white space in the market

Attend client meetings and travel internationally as required

💸 What’s on Offer:
£40,000 base salary

£10,000k/£15,000k OTE in Year 1 (Realistic)

Up to £100k+ in Year 2 for high achievers

Commission on existing account growth

Higher commission rate for new business wins

Direct mentorship and collaboration with an experienced Sales Manager

Opportunity to grow into a standalone sales role with your own major accounts

Global exposure – working with clients across UK, Europe, North America, and the Middle East

Creative, forward-thinking product team to support your pitches and client proposals

👤 Who We’re Looking For:
2-4 years’ experience in a commercial role within fashion, apparel, textiles, or product sales or strategic Account Management and New Business

Strong relationship-building skills and confidence in client-facing settings

Excellent lead generation, research, and outreach abilities

Target-driven, proactive, and highly organised

Comfortable working both independently and closely with a sales leader

Ability to travel for meetings, trade shows, and client visits as needed

Bonus points for experience with:

Licensed products or fashion brands

ERP/PLM systems

International sales experience

📨 Apply Today

If you’re a motivated, commercially focused individual ready to work side-by-side with an experienced Sales Manager in a fast-paced, fashion-led business – this is your opportunity. Apply now or contact us for a confidential chat.

01628 600785 nayha.shaikh@mandevillerecruitment.co.uk

Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this position, please apply online below or alternatively call us on +44 (0)1628 600770 to discuss your suitability.

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