SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.
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Job Description
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Establish the bluesign system in various industries (Denim, Fashion, Luxury, Professional Wear, Promotional Apparel, Footwear) in Mexico and on the NA West Coast
Focus lies on the acquisition of brands and retailers, but also on material manufacturers and chemical manufacturers
Supporting bluesign System Partners in implementing the bluesign® system in their organization, marketing and supply chain
Maintain regular/intensive contact to System Partners to promote/sell our services
(New acceleration program, ACADEMY services)
Develop additional business/revenue for bluesign and our System Partners (new service schemes)
Support of regional and local CRM activities (cross region support)
Support of bluesign market penetration activities
Strengthening the value of the bluesign® system within System Partners organizations (focus sustainability)
Specific Responsibilities
Establish the bluesign system and services in the target segments together with the bluesign organization (especially with CRM colleagues, Brand Services team and Marketing team)
Develop and implement Sales and Marketing strategy in target segments
In line with overall company strategy
Communication, delivering presentations
Trade Shows
Networking
CRM Management
Support and Coordinate customers related activities
Ensure payments and keep customer data up to date
Training of customer personnel in co-operation with TSE, Brand Services and Academy
Lead whole acquisition process
Acquire new customers
Regular feedback on sales activities of region
Regular feedback on competitor’s activities and market developments in region
Ensure achievement of objectives set in mid-range plan and yearly budgets
Ensure company standards
Contribute to continuous improvement of Brand Services
Qualifications
PROFILE
Masters Degree in Brand / Business Management
Established and profound network in textile brand world (+10 years brand experience)
Experience with multi stakeholder initiatives (textile-, NGO’s – and sustainability organizations within the textile supply chain)
Profound knowledge in textile processing and manufacturing chain
Required Skills
Selling experience and meeting budget line
National/International travel experience
Excellent people skills and eloquent networker
Upbeat and enthusiastic attitude
Organizational skills and high level of independency
Solution oriented
Additional language skill of advantage
Benefits
Additional Information
Competitive salary.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
Retirement savings plan.
Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.
Physical Demands of the Job
Stand: Occasionally
Move or traverse: Frequently
Sit: Constantly
Use hands: Constantly
Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
Climb or balance: Occasionally
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
Talk/hear: Constantly
Taste/Smell: Occasionally
Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs
Additional information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Science
Industries
Oil and Gas, Retail Office Equipment, and Consumer Services
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