Head of Sales EU

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Head of Sales UK & Europe, to join a well-established fashion and sportswear branded supplier to the high street, leading overall growth and sales strategy while managing and developing key UK and European retail accounts.

The Role:

• Develop and execute sales strategy aligned with annual revenue plans, growth objectives and key KPIs across UK and Europe.
• Identify and evaluate new markets, channels and customer segments to expand the customer base and drive distribution growth.
• Own and grow a portfolio of existing UK and EU retail accounts, safeguarding revenue while protecting profitability and margins.
• Lead the generation of new business opportunities, converting prospects into long-term, high value client relationships.
• Drive high level negotiations with key clients and partners to secure optimal terms, pricing and margin protection.
• Collaborate closely with Product Development, QA and Marketing teams to align product strategy, pricing and brand positioning with market needs.
• Represent the company at senior client meetings, trade shows and industry events to build brand authority and strengthen strategic relationships.
• Monitor sales performance across the team, ensuring consistent delivery against targets, budgets and margin goals.

Skills Required:

• Proven track record in Head of Sales or Senior Sales leadership roles within fashion/retail.
• Product knowledge across men’s and women’s fashion collections within high street retail.
• Strong leadership and team management experience, building and motivating multi-disciplinary sales and account teams.
• Strategic commercial thinker with proven growth mindset and ability to deliver multi-year sales strategies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and relationship building skills.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple complex projects, prioritise effectively and consistently meet deadlines.
• Experience working with EU market customers and distribution channels (desirable).

Head of Sales UK EU
• Manchester, England, United Kingdom