Account Manager Sport BeNeLux
Key Skills
Job Description
The Job The Account Manager Sport BeNeLux is responsible for driving and developing business opportunities with our key retail and field account partners. In this role, the AM focuses on delivering sustainable and profitable growth for both stichd and its network of retail partners. As a key member of the local sales team, the Account Manager builds and strengthens long-term relationships with existing and prospective customers, while proactively identifying new commercial opportunities that create value for our brands, partners, and business. The AM acts as a trusted business advisor and category expert, playing a central role in connecting internal stakeholders with external partners to ensure successful collaboration and execution. Through a strong commercial mindset, market expertise, and customer-focused approach, the Account Manager contributes to the achievement of sales objectives and the continued growth of the business.. The Account Manager drives revenue to exceed both sales and margin targets. The Account Manager is required to build stronger relationships with our existing clients and pro-actively explore new commercial opportunities that add value to our brands. Your Mission Responsible for the commercial success of the territory by introducing our products and brands by implementing defined sales strategy. Collection presentations, monthly, quarterly and annual meetings, and coordination of marketing concepts; New customer acquisition and expanding into additional sales channels; Review key business metrics on a regular basis and turn the insights into concrete steps for improvement; Close cooperation with the sales management and the customer service team; Other occurring relevant activities and/or projects. Your Talent You have a proven track record in an Account management role within the Fashion, Sports lifestyle or the FMCG industry; Strong negotiation and networking skills to build close relationships; Strong team player with a solution focused approach and a high-quality standard of execution and delivery. Ability to thrive in a small, close-knit sales team; Fluent written and verbal communication in Dutch and English, any additional language is considered as a plus; Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel ( and knowledge of SAP is preferred as well as basic knowledge in BI); A passionate self-starter with drive; Results-oriented, proactive and problem-solving; Strong presentation skills and an excellent communicator; Confident and personable with the ability to build relationships quickly; Good knowledge of the retail environment and needs of retailers. This role is based in Den Bosch, the Netherlands. Working remotely from other countries is not possible. To apply for this role, you must already have the legal right to work in the Netherlands. We will not apply for work or residence permits.
Core Responsibilities
Drive commercial success across the BeNeLux territory by implementing the sales strategy, growing revenue, and exceeding sales and margin targets. Build and develop customer relationships, acquire new accounts and sales channels, review business metrics, and coordinate with internal teams and retail partners.
Requirements
Candidates should have a proven account management track record in fashion, sports lifestyle, or FMCG, along with strong negotiation, networking, communication, and presentation skills. Dutch and English fluency, retail knowledge, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, and a proactive, results-oriented approach are required; SAP and basic business intelligence knowledge are preferred.
About stichd
Industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
We’re STICHD. We partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to create products that people love. From socks and underwear to swim and fanwear. From PUMA and Levi’s to Formula 1 and Manchester City. Our HQ is in the Netherlands, but our sales offices, logistic centers and products are all over the world. Pitchside or trackside, in your favourite store or shipped right to your door. Where you are, we are. Despite our global scale, we're still one STICHD. And that matters, because this company does a lot. And it is all interconnected. From design to development, from marketing to logistics, from sourcing to sustainability, and from retail to events. Like we said: a lot. We like to think of ourselves as a family of experts. Ok, we know what you’re thinking: at over 700 members, that’s a pretty big family. But what we really mean is that, whatever our skills or our story, whatever the task or the time pressure, we’re in it together. Pushing each other, backing each other and believing in each other, always. Why join us? Because at STICHD, you get the best of both worlds. The buzz and exposure of working on a global scale with the world’s biggest brands. The freedom and flexibility to find your own passion and follow your own path. But most of all, because we care. We really care. About our brands and products. About each package and every fan’s experience. About one another. We have some amazing people at STICHD. People with different backgrounds and skillsets, perspectives and personalities. Global leaders in their field who always stay curious, grounded and never stop learning. Does this sound like it could be you? Then show us what you’ve got!