Sales Representative
Speedy Placements · Melrose
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A dynamic opportunity is available for a motivated and experienced Sales Representative with a strong interest in fashion, textiles and social media. The ideal candidate will have excellent sales and communication skills, a good understanding of fabrics and fashion trends, and the ability to build strong relationships with customers.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Drive sales and develop new business opportunities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
- Assist customers with fabric selections and provide product advice.
- Promote products through social media and other digital platforms.
- Create and manage engaging social media content to support sales.
- Keep up to date with fashion, textile and industry trends.
- Prepare quotations, follow up on leads and close sales.
- Meet and exceed monthly sales targets.
- Assist with customer enquiries and provide excellent service.
- Maintain an organised and up-to-date customer database.
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Previous sales experience, preferably within fashion, textiles, fabrics or a related industry.
- Fashion-related qualification or studies, preferably from a recognised fashion institution such as LISOF.
- Social media experience with a good understanding of platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
- Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of basic fabrics and textiles.
- Strong sales ability and a target-driven approach.
- Well-presented, energetic and confident personality.
- Computer literate.
- Valid driver's licence would be advantageous.
- Passionate about fashion and textiles.
- Sales-driven and confident.
- Creative with a strong eye for fashion and trends.
- Outgoing and comfortable engaging with customers.
- Self-motivated, proactive and professional.