Senior Sales Manager
Lead US sales for a home textiles and apparel brand, managing key accounts, driving new product launches, and shaping the market from the ground up.
Sperton Global AS, a global recruitment and consulting firm with offices across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, is partnering with our client, a fast-growing consumer brand in the home textiles and apparel space, to hire a Senior Sales Manager for the US market. This is an individual contributor role for a dynamic, result-oriented sales professional with a proven track record of driving revenue growth, developing new markets, and building brand and retail relationships within the home textile and apparel industry.
Responsibilities
Lead and execute sales strategy for home textile and apparel product lines across the US market
Identify, develop, and manage relationships with retailers, distributors, wholesalers, and key accounts
Drive new product and brand launches from go-to-market planning through execution
Achieve revenue targets and expand market share across assigned territories and accounts
Conduct market research to identify trends, pricing benchmarks, and competitor activity
Collaborate with product development, merchandising, and supply chain teams to ensure timely execution
Develop sales forecasts, reports, and performance analysis for management review
Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and buyer meetings to promote products and brands
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms with clients
Identify new product opportunities and build strong relationships with vendors
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in sales within the home textile, apparel, or fashion industry
Background in e-commerce, merchandising, and product development
Strong exposure to US retail, wholesale, or brand distribution networks
Proven experience launching new products or building brand and vendor relationships
Ability to manage multiple key accounts independently
Understanding of product positioning, pricing strategy, and retail dynamics
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required
Work Authorization
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work in the United States. No sponsorship is available.
Preferred Attributes
Strong commercial mindset with a target-driven approach
Experience working with cross-functional, global teams
Willingness to travel for client meetings and trade events (10–20%)
How to Apply
If you are interested, please send your CV to our recruitment team. Include your current and expected salary, notice period, and relevant experience.
- Department
- Sales & Marketing and Business Development
- Locations
- United States
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job location
- United States
Colleagues
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
