Head of Sales, B2B Fashion - MAGIC, Santa Monica

Head of Sales, B2B Fashion - MAGIC

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Company Description

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

Job Description

This role is based in Santa Monica, California

Shape the Future of Fashion Events

You'll lead our sales team to drive revenue growth across our Fashion portfolio. In this role, you'll develop winning sales strategies, mentor a diverse team, and build lasting relationships with key industry players.

What You'll Do

Drive Revenue Growth

Create and execute sales strategies that deliver exceptional results across our Fashion events
Work with the VP of Sales to set targets, establish territories, and develop individual quotas
Identify new market opportunities both domestically and internationally
Focus on acquiring large key accounts while expanding into new market segments

Lead a High-Performing Team

Mentor Directors, Managers, and Executives through regular coaching and development
Foster a culture where accountability, performance, and customer-centric selling thrive
Implement training programs that enhance your team's ability to close deals and build relationships
Conduct meaningful 1:1 meetings that support individual growth and performance

Build Strong Customer Relationships

Meet regularly with clients to understand their needs and create tailored solutions
Organize quarterly strategic sessions with key customers to strengthen partnerships
Drive customer retention through effective cross-selling, upselling, and rebooking strategies
Attend industry events to discover new business opportunities and expand our customer base

Deliver Strategic Leadership

Monitor sales performance using CRM tools for pipeline management and forecasting
Report key insights, wins, and market intelligence to the VP of Sales
Lead media product sales initiatives to help the team achieve revenue goals
Oversee event floor placement strategies to maximize customer engagement and value

Collaborate Across Teams

Work closely with marketing, operations, finance, and business teams
Act as the main connection between your sales team and the VP of Sales
Create feedback loops between departments to continuously improve our offerings
Build a positive, results-oriented culture throughout the organization

Qualifications

Skills You'll Bring

5+ years leading B2B sales teams with a track record of exceeding revenue targets
Experience using data to forecast, optimize sales, and manage performance
Fashion industry knowledge is a 'nice to have'
Proven success in customer relationship management and team development
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Experience with CRM systems for sales tracking and pipeline management
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining focus on long-term goals
Willingness to travel up to 30% for customer meetings and industry events

Additional Information

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here's some of what you can expect when you join us. But don't just take our word for it - see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it's time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

The salary range for this role is $126,000-$137,500 base + commission (based on experience)

This posting will automatically expire on 30th July 2025.

We're not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most - although not all - of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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