Key Account Manager Europe (Textile Industry)

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,500 employees operate a network of 2,500 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Job DescriptionAcquire new customers in bluesign’s current core industries Outdoor and Active Sportswear in the TerritoryAcquire new customers in the new industries Denim, Professional Wear, Promotional Apparel and Footwear in the TerritoryFocus lies on the acquisition of brands and retailers, but also on Garment Manufacturers/Assemblers, Material Manufacturers and Chemical Suppliers.Work together with Brand Services to create initiatives that drive customer engagement and retention.Market Penetration: Execute targeted market penetration strategies to elevate bluesign’s presence and adoption within the territory. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESKeeps good relations to Marketing, Brand Services and other divisions / departmentsManages workloadManages personal responsibilities and assignmentManages trainings and qualifications individually Sales:Establish the bluesign system and services in the target segments together with the bluesign organization (especially with CRM colleagues, Brand Services team and Marketing team)Sales and Market Feedback: Provide regular updates on sales activities, competitor activities, and market trends within the territory.Objectives and Budget Achievement: Meet or exceed objectives outlined in the mid-range plan and annual budgets, contributing to the overall growth strategy.Standards and Best Practices: Uphold and implement company standards, ensuring quality and consistency in all sales and customer interactions.QualificationsEstablished and profound network in textile brand world (+10 years brand experience)Profound knowledge in textile supply chain (Product Design, Development, Sourcing, Materials, Quality/Sustainability Experience)Experience with multi stakeholder initiatives (textile-, NGO’s – and sustainability organizations within the textile supply chain)Profound knowledge in textile processing and manufacturing chainREQUIRED SKILLSSelling experience and meeting budget lineNational/International travel experience\Excellent people skills and eloquent networkerUpbeat and enthusiastic attitudeOrganizational skills and high level of independencySolution orientedAdditional language skill of advantageAdditional InformationREPORTING LINETo CRM Head Of Sales Europe and Africa, Marco Volpi