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International Sales Executive - Global Textile Manufacturer
Rochdale | c£33,000 - £35,000 + bonus + company car | European travel
Would you enjoy a sales role where you're working with globally recognised fashion brands, travelling across Europe, and building long-term customer relationships - not just chasing short-term targets?
I'm recruiting for an International Sales Executive to join a long-established British manufacturer with a worldwide reputation in specialist fabrics used by some of the best-known outerwear and fashion brands.
This is a rare opportunity to join a family-owned business with real heritage, where people stay long term, are properly trained, and are given the chance to grow their accounts and develop their career.
Why this role stands out:
Established manufacturing business with over 100 years of history
Supplying globally recognised premium clothing brands
Small, supportive team where personality matters as much as experience
Genuine training and long-term development
European travel to customers and exhibitions
Opportunity to grow existing accounts and win new business
Company car + bonus + early finish on Fridays
This is the type of role where you become part of the business, not just an employee.The role:
You will be working within the international sales team, managing existing customers while also developing new business across the fashion, apparel and textile sectors.
Your time will be split between the office, customer visits and industry exhibitions across the UK and Europe.
Typical responsibilities include:
Managing and developing existing customer accounts
Identifying and winning new business opportunities
Presenting fabric collections to customers and brands
Attending trade shows and exhibitions across Europe
Working closely with production and logistics teams
Providing quotations, samples and technical information
Researching market trends and new customersTravel is an important part of the role and can be up to around 50% at times.
What they're looking for:
You don't need to come from textiles, but you do need strong sales experience and the confidence to deal with customers professionally.
Experience in a sales or business development role
Comfortable building relationships with customers
Organised and self-motivated
Willing to travel in the UK and Europe
Full driving licence and passport required
Textiles, fashion, manufacturing or technical product experience would be an advantage, but not essential.What you'll get
Salary around £33,000 - £35,000 (flexible for the right person)
Bonus scheme
Company car
Early finish on Fridays
Long-term career opportunity
Proper training and support
Stable, well-established businessInterested?
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