Role: Account Manager

Location: Wilmington, DE (preferred) or Southeastern US (Remote)

The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, we are recognized worldwide for our innovative products, technical expertise, and unmatched marketing support. We own leading consumer and trade brands: LYCRA®, LYCRA HyFit®, LYCRA® T400®, COOLMAX®, THERMOLITE®, ELASPAN®, SUPPLEX®, and TACTEL® and have a legacy stretching 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.

Our absolute and unwavering commitment to compliance, environmental protection and the health and safety of our employees, contractors, supply chain partners and the public is a core value we are proud to espouse.

Role:

Job Summary :

• Actively seek new and profitable opportunities in collaboration with our commercial organization (Marketing, Technical Service, Supply Chain, Finance)
• Manage forecast and allocation processes with commercial outlook together supply chain team
• Responsible for promoting and selling The Lycra Company product line and positioning our company as a leader in innovative textile solutions with leading clients in the Americas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients at all levels of the organizations including top management or decision makers.
• Conduct sales presentations and product demonstrations
• Negotiate and close deals to meet or exceed sales targets
• Practice commercial and marketing excellence, capture value at multiple points of the value chain via clear articulation of value proposition, strategic pricing, branding, and premium service.
• Continuously stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities
• Promote new technologies and follow all the process until commercialization.

Required Qualifications :

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skill.
• Strong project management abilities
• Computer skills that include basic data entry and competency with MS Office
• A B.S. degree is preferred. Individuals with a 2-year associate degree, or trade school diploma will be considered.
• Business travel up to 50% will be required.

Compensation/Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and an excellent 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, 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 .

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.