Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsExciting Sales Director Role within Fashion and ApparelStrategic Role across UK and EuropeAbout Our ClientMy client is a leading global brand licensing and merchandising business, partnering with some of the world's most recognisable brands across fashion, accessories, and lifestyle categories.We are now seeking an exceptional Sales Director to lead and accelerate our UK and European growth.This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for sales performance across multiple channels, territories, and business models. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Sales Director will play a critical role in shaping our commercial strategy and strengthening my clients market position across Europe.Job DescriptionSales Strategy & PerformanceDevelop and deliver the UK and European sales strategy to achieve and exceed revenue targetsOwn all sales revenue streams, including eCommerceLead forecasting, budgeting, and sales planning across territories and channelsUse data and insight to identify risks, opportunities, and performance gaps, taking decisive actionMonitor market trends, customer behaviour, and competitor activitySet and manage pricing strategies aligned with margin and growth objectivesLeadership & Team DevelopmentLead, inspire, and develop sales teams across the UK and EuropeRecruit, coach, and performance-manage senior sales leaders and teamsBuild a proactive, accountable, high-performance sales cultureChampion company values and act as a role model across the organisationStakeholder CollaborationWork closely with senior leaders across licensing, creative, supply chain, finance, and the US parent companyEnsure strong alignment between sales strategy, product development, and operational deliveryCollaborate across European territories and channels to ensure consistency and execution excellenceCustomer & Market EngagementBuild and maintain senior-level relationships with key customers and strategic accountsIdentify and secure new major clients to expand the customer baseRepresent the business at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry eventsProcesses, Reporting & GovernanceImplement and continuously improve sales processes, reporting, and performance toolsEnsure high-quality reporting and insights for the Senior Leadership TeamContribute actively to Senior Leadership Team meetings with clear commercial updatesThe Successful ApplicantA successful Sales Director should have:Proven experience in a Sales Director or senior sales leadership role, with responsibility for European marketsStrong understanding of multi-territory European selling, including cultural, regulatory, and route-to-market differencesExperience leading geographically dispersed teams across wholesale, key accounts, and eCommerceBackground in textiles, licensed accessories, apparel, or a related consumer product sector (highly desirable)Highly commercial and data-driven, with strong analytical and forecasting capabilityA confident leader with the ability to inspire senior managers and teamsExcellent stakeholder management skills and a collaborative leadership styleComfortable operating in a fast-paced, international, growth-focused environmentWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary and packageIf you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Sales Director in the FMCG industry, apply todayContactStephanie LidsterQuote job refJN-012026-6931718Phone number+44 113 388 9077Job summaryJob functionSalesSubsectorFMCG & ConsumerSectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationHinckleyContract typePermanentConsultant nameStephanie LidsterConsultant phone+44 113 388 9077Job referenceJN-012026-6931718
