Key Account Manager – Footwear Industry (Advanced Materials / Manufacturing)US or Europe-based.Crucial Background for This Role!This role is only suitable for candidates with proven experience selling B2 B manufacturing solutions into major global footwear brands.
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You must have operated in a role where you sold materials, components, manufacturing technologies, or performance solutions (e.g.
foams, polymers, advanced materials, manufacturing processes) directly to footwear manufacturers or global sportswear brands.The OpportunityAn innovative, fast-growing footwear technology company is looking to hire a Key Account Manager to lead commercial relationships with some of the world's most influential footwear brands.The company is redefining how performance footwear is developed and manufactured by leveraging advanced manufacturing technologies, including 3 D printing, to enable more localised, on-demand, and scalable production models.This is not a traditional sales role – it sits at the intersection of technology adoption, customer strategy, and long-term partnerships.As Key Account Manager, you will own and grow relationships with strategic footwear customers, acting as a trusted commercial and technical partner.You will be responsible for:
Expanding existing accounts and opening new strategic partnerships within global footwear brandsDevelop go-to-market strategies for new technology-driven footwear solutionsDriving adoption of new manufacturing and material technologiesDeveloping long-term, high-value commercial relationships rather than transactional salesLeading complex sales cycles involving R& D, innovation, design, and supply chain stakeholdersActing as the bridge between customer teams and internal engineering/production teamsManage and grow a portfolio of strategic key accounts Required Background
Strong B2 B sales experience within the footwear industry or adjacent materials/manufacturing sectorsExperience selling into global footwear brands (sports, performance, or lifestyle) is essentialBackground at companies supplying foams, polymers, advanced materials, manufacturing technologies, or components into footwear is highly desirableComfortable working with technical, innovation-led products and solutionsAble to navigate complex organisations and influence senior stakeholders Location & TravelFlexible location: Europe or US preferred.
Company facilities are located in Barcelona. xpzdshu Frequent international travel as requiredCompensationBase Salary + Commission (€200,000 OTE uncapped potential depending on performance)Why This Role?Opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation in the footwear industryDirect exposure to some of the most advanced manufacturing technologies shaping the future of footwearHigh autonomy and influence in a growing, entrepreneurial environmentPotential to make a measurable impact on how global footwear products are developed and produced