Job Opportunity: Textile Salesperson at Nipkow & Kobelt (NK Textile)
Company Overview: Nipkow & Kobelt (NK Textile) is a renowned leader in the novelty textile market. With a rich history spanning 75 years, we supply high-quality fabrics to manufacturers and fabric stores. Our commitment to excellence and innovation sets us apart in the industry.
Position: Textile Salesperson
Role Summary: We are seeking a results-driven textile salesperson with experience in prospecting, building, and nurturing relationships with key clients in the fashion industry. As a vital member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in driving growth and expanding our client base.
Responsibilities:
- Sales Strategy: Create and execute effective sales strategies for both new and existing accounts.
- Collaboration: Work closely with suppliers to design, develop, and execute fabric production for clients, ensuring timely and quality delivery of orders.
- Inventory Management: Communicate inventory levels and stock needs to the merchandiser and sales director.
- Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot fabric and delivery issues with clients and suppliers.
- Market Research: Research new account prospects and identify collaboration opportunities.
- Client Engagement: Regularly visit and communicate with clients to showcase new products, discuss existing business, explore new opportunities, and address product-related concerns.
- Growth Strategy: Develop growth strategies for each client by analyzing past sales and anticipating future needs.
- Collaboration: Participate in regular check-ins with the sales director to discuss strategy, opportunities, and challenges.
- Client Relations: Maintain regular contact with key clients through email, telephone, virtual meetings, and in-person interactions.
- Industry Awareness: Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitors’ activities.
- Sales Cycle Oversight: Oversee the client’s sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation and delivery.
- Presentations: Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations to potential clients, both virtually and in person.
- Tailored Solutions: Understand clients’ business needs and objectives to provide customized solutions.
Qualifications: We are seeking a seasoned B2B textile sales professional who excels in communication, negotiation, and relationship-building.
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in B2B textile sales, preferably in the fashion industry, with a proven track record of success.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of textile design, development, and production processes.
Benefits:
- Competitive Base Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year.
- Commission: Earn a 5% commission on all new business.
- Bonus Potential: Eligible for performance-based bonuses.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Time Off: Paid vacation and holidays.
- Retirement Savings: Participate in the 401(k)-matching program.
Join our dynamic team and contribute to our legacy of excellence in the textile industry!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
Travel requirement:
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY 10001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person