Senior Strategic Account Manager (full-time consultant in France or Benelux)

Mission

The LYCRA Company has built a leading position in the Apparel industry over the years via a continuous stream of value-adding fiber, fabric or garment innovations enabled and supported by a network of strategic partners across the entire value chain. This contributed to make the LYCRA® brand a unique asset that still powers today one of the most iconic and valuable corporate franchises in the Apparel industry. It is all reflected in our corporate vision: “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions”.

Role

We are recruiting a Senior Strategic Account Manager, either as an employee based in our office in Geneva, or as a full-time consultant, working from home in France / Benelux. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business and contribute to our growth in this region.

Responsibilities

• Manage LYCRA®’s business with brand and retailers in France and Benelux, serving the Hosiery, Lingerie, Socks, and Swimwear segments.
• Create and challenge business development strategies by understanding profitability of the business, identifying growth opportunities at downstream customers and creating marketing and sales programs, which are valuable to the business.
• Identify growth opportunities within the Hosiery, Lingerie and Swimwear segments in France.
• Create local market strategies to grow the LYCRA®, COOLMAX® and THERMOLITE® business.
• Understand retailer/brand business strategies, objectives and incentives to create programs they will value.
• Maximize ROI with advertising and promotion investments.
• Find profitable commercial opportunities with retailers and brands.
• Create marketing programs, digital, instore and packaging.
• Be able to track and manage complex business growth expectations and sales opportunities.
• Be a leader in innovative products and marketing; suggest programs for the business, long term and short, that drive relevance, excitement and growth.
• Act as a link between Sales, Technical, and the Marketing teams to provide market feedback on trends, new product development ideas and marketing platforms.
• Manage Intellectual Property including trade and wordmarks.
• Perform all of the above while ensuring the highest level of ethics and 100% compliance with all applicable laws.

Essential requirements

• Degree in marketing, product development, business or equivalent at 2:1 or above.
• Proven economic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth experience with financial and data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple business priorities simultaneously.
• Experience with managing spreadsheets and profitability models.
• Ability to manage advertisement and promotion campaigns and deliver within proposed budget.
• Previous experience / background at a retailer or brand (preferably apparel).
• Effective verbal and written communications within all levels of the business.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and across all functions and levels of an organization.
• Fluency (written and spoken) in French with strong English language skills.
• Flexibility to travel within Europe (approx. 60%).

Desirable requirements

• Knowledge of the textile value chain and ingredient branding would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in any other European languages.

Compensation/Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation / benefits package.

The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, The LYCRA Company is recognized worldwide for its innovative products, technical expertise, sustainable solutions, and unmatched marketing support. The LYCRA Company owns leading consumer and trade brands: LYCRA®, LYCRA HyFit®, LYCRA® T400®, COOLMAX®, THERMOLITE®, ELASPAN®, SUPPLEX®, and TACTEL®. The LYCRA Company’s legacy stretches back to 1958 with the invention of the original spandex yarn, LYCRA® fiber. Today, The LYCRA Company focuses on adding value to its customers’ products by developing unique innovations designed to meet the consumer’s need for comfort and lasting performance. For more information, visit www.thelycracompany.com

As a principled-based organization, The LYCRA Company is committed to a fair, respectful, and equitable workplace that embraces diversity and reflects the communities in which it operates. This helps foster an environment where employees feel valued, fulfilled, and able to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, we believe that a diverse workforce operating in such an environment is central to our success, as we need not only the right skill sets but also a wide breadth of perspectives and ideas, diverse life experiences, & a seamless collaboration between employees to achieve our company purpose of “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions”.

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