Sales Manager / Business Development Manager

Description

Jaguar (Private) Limited seeks an experienced Sales Manager / Business Development Manager to lead the expansion of its international business. This role centers on cultivating new business opportunities and acquiring customers while maintaining and growing existing accounts in the UK and European markets. The successful candidate will focus on enhancing export sales within the apparel sector, including brands, retailers, wholesalers, importers, and buying houses. This position requires a proactive approach to market research, strategic sales planning, and customer relationship management to achieve revenue targets and drive sustained business growth. Managing a team of five professionals, the role emphasizes leadership and collaboration to optimize sales execution and customer satisfaction. The Sales Manager / Business Development Manager will develop and implement robust sales strategies tailored to diverse international markets. By analyzing market trends and customer needs, the candidate will identify emerging opportunities and potential partnerships to increase market share. Key responsibilities include overseeing sales operations, negotiating contracts, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance, and continuously improving client engagements. The role demands strong leadership skills to mentor the sales team, fostering motivation and professional development. An in-depth understanding of the apparel industry and export processes is essential, coupled with excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders and promote Jaguar (Private) Limited's competitive position globally.

• 8–15 years of apparel sourcing or sales experience.
• Existing relationships with European retailers and brands.
• Knowledge of knitwear garments and supply chain management.
• Experience working with Asian manufacturers.
• Strong commercial negotiation and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to expand business within UK and European apparel markets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, acquiring new customers across apparel brands, retailers, wholesalers, importers, and buying houses.
• Manage, nurture, and grow existing customer accounts to drive repeat business and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of five sales professionals, ensuring alignment with company objectives and fostering professional development.
• Conduct thorough market research to analyze competitors, market trends, and customer needs to inform strategic decision-making.
• Plan and monitor sales activities, set targets, and track progress to ensure revenue goals are consistently met or exceeded.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with customers to optimize terms and ensure mutual benefit.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams including marketing, operations, and logistics to ensure seamless execution of sales initiatives.
• Oversee export sales processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and timely delivery of products to customers.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and detailed reports to senior management to support strategic planning.
• Enhance customer relationship management practices to build long-term loyalty and trust.
• Identify areas for process improvement within the sales function to boost efficiency and effectiveness.

Experience

5 Years

Apply By

Jul 22, 2026

Required Skills

• Sales Strategy Development
• Customer Relationship Management
• Market Research
• Team Leadership
• Sales Planning
• Negotiation
• Export Sales Management
• Business Development
• Account management

Nice to Have Skills

• Sales Forecasting