Sales Responsible, France

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a highly energetic sales force? Do you have the motivation and ambition to create tangible results that enhance VILA's success on one of our most important markets? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you. 

At VILA, we are looking for new Sales Responsible for France. This is a great opportunity to develop your sales skills in an international setting.

TOGETHER, WE ARE THE BEST
You will become part of a skilled and ambitious sales department with 30 dedicated colleagues. We all have the same passion for our work, and we strive to do our best – everyday. Great things are happening in VILA, and we have just implemented a new setup for our sales organisation, which means that you will have the chance to be part of the new VILA Sales from the very beginning. 

A CENTRAL ROLE IN SALES
As our Sales Responsible you will be responsible for the development and execution of sales strategies, ensuring that we achieve our budget objectives. Additionally, you frequently follow up on performance and objectives with our local sales team, creating a constant focus on sales activities and results. Furthermore, you will be responsible for ensuring that your market always has the right product mix, thereby, increasing the turnover in all categories.

More specifically, your areas of responsibility include:

  • Develop, evaluate and follow-up on sales initiatives
  • Build, expand and develop strong relations with online and wholesale customers
  • Daily contact with the sales representatives in the market
  • Daily and weekly follow-up on sales figures, product performance, as well as budgets
  • Plan, prepare and manage sales promotional initiatives
  • Participate in internal collection meetings

YOUR BENEFITS

  • At VILA, we are ambitious together, with a winner mentality, where the sky is the limit, and everyone is eager to help each other succeed.
  • You will join an international environment that prioritizes creating a supportive and welcoming community for everyone, and you will experience a united, fun, and vibrant atmosphere where everyone is part of our Family of Fighters.
  • Our familial culture fosters a sense of belonging, meaningful connections, and strong relationships.
  • Flexible work hours and the opportunity to work remotely is an integral part of our culture because we value work-life balance and encourage employees to prioritize their personal lives while still maintaining a strong work ethic.

A STRUCTURED MIND WITH A KEEN EYE FOR SALES 
You are skilled in creating great cooperation and relationships with both sales representatives in the market and with customers. You motivate and inspire your colleagues and communicate structured plans in a way that enables them to transform them into actionable sales initiatives. 

Based on your sales experience, you quickly identify what is needed in your market to create sales growth. With your competitive mind-set and your high personal drive, it is given for you to deliver, take responsibility and make a success of whatever you embark on. Moreover, we value the following qualifications:

  • Experience that shows that you can translate sales strategies into result-generating actions
  • Minimum two years of sales experience, from either the fashion or lifestyle industry
  • Knowledge of wholesale and E-commerce
  • Experience with working across cultures, preferably working with France
  • Fluent in English, written and spoken. It is a great advantage if you speak French

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU
If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Linda Bjørnebo Rasmussen on phone +45 5215 3795 Otherwise, please send us your CV and application as soon as possible and no later than May 9th, 2024. We review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to take down the advertisement when we find the right candidate. 

TRAVEL
+30 days annually.

ABOUT VILA
The design philosophy of VILA is based on a feminine approach to fashion, uniting femininity and trend insights. VILA’s signature style is discovered in the mix of prints, delicate cuts and fine details. VILA was established in 1994 as part of BESTSELLER, a 100% family- owned company founded in 1975.Today, VILA is sold through 100+ chain stores all over Europe and 2000 multi-brand stores. VILA also covers vila.com and shop-in-shop. For more information, please visit www.vila.com or www.bestseller.com. 

 It all began in 1994, where VILA became part of the family-owned Danish fashion house, BESTSELLER. VILA quickly grew and found its look, feel and core: Designing accessible fashion for young women with a personal style. Located in Jutland, outside the small town Skanderborg, VILA has always stayed true to its mission of creating feminine fashion with focus on quality, design and details. At BESTSELLER, we own it. Every chance. Every challenge. Every choice. We’re the global fashion company that’s fast paced and family run. We’re the business that’s built some of the strongest brands in the industry. By empowering every individual to own their journey, we’ve found the courage to keep getting better. To act more sustainably. To foster diversity and provide equal opportunities. To compete more confidently. And to keep challenging the status quo. Time and time again. We are BESTSELLER - and together, we own it.