Key Account Manager

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Nippon Recruitment specialises in international recruitment worldwide, with a focus on

Japanese companies. On behalf of our customer we are looking for an

Company information

Our customer is a large Japanese multinational, specializing in the manufacture of textile fastening products.

Scope of the role is Key Account Manager. The role executes global marketing activities and strategies. Its responsibilities include maintenance of assigned global accounts, acquisition of new clients, keeping good customer relationships, and following up with customer needs.

• Developing close working relationships with assigned global accounts
• Frequently visiting all assigned accounting
• Acquiring detailed supply chain information on all assigned accounts
• Executing market research, analysis, and acquisition of new global accounts
• Analysing fashion and product trends throughout the industry
• Establish sales targets for assigned global accounts
• Monitoring sales and marketing strategies for assigned global accounts
• Supporting affiliates and Global Marketing Representatives
• Timely reporting to management
• Performing store audits and attending trades shows
• Provides sales and customer support to other account managers

Job requirements

In order to qualify for these versatile and challenging positions, required are at least the following criteria:

• Degree in Sales or Marketing
• Excellent negotiation, communication and networking skills, with eye for detail
• Experienced in the textile industry or fashion is preferred
• Basic knowledge of marketing tools
• Ready for (international) travelling
• Fluency in German and English

Condition: the contract will be initially for 18 months (maternity leave cover), but there may be an opportunity to renew

Are you looking for a challenging role with the world leader in textile fastening materials, then please send your CV to Gert-Jan van der Lei (appl)

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type
  
  Contract

• Job function
  
  Sales, Marketing, and Business Development
• Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion and Fashion Accessories Manufacturing

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