A premium knitwear R&D and manufacturing company is looking for a U.S.-based Sales Agent to develop and manage B2B partnerships with contemporary and high-end apparel brands.
The company supports contemporary to designer-level brands with high-quality, flexible production solutions. With vertically integrated development and strong sampling capabilities, the team works closely with brands to bring product ideas into production efficiently.
This is a business development-driven role focused on building long-term manufacturing relationships. You will be responsible for bringing in new clients, managing the full sales cycle, and translating brand needs into production solutions.
What You'll Be Responsible For
• Develop new business with U.S.-based contemporary and designer apparel brands
• Leverage your existing network to initiate partnerships and secure new accounts
• Manage the full sales cycle: outreach, meetings, sampling coordination, pricing, negotiation, and order follow-up
• Work closely with internal R&D and production teams in China to deliver customized solutions
• Maintain ongoing relationships with clients and grow accounts over time
• Track market trends, competitor activity, and client feedback to inform product direction
What We're Looking For
• Strong existing relationships with U.S. high-end apparel brands, buyers, or product development teams
• Proven ability to generate new business and close accounts
• 3+ years in apparel B2B sales, brand development, or agency experience
• Experience in knitwear or technical product development is a strong plus
• Clear understanding of product development timelines, costing, and production processes
• Highly self-driven, able to operate independently while coordinating with overseas teams
• Based in the U.S. and comfortable with frequent in-person meetings and travel
Performance Expectations
• Build an active sales pipeline within the first 3 months
• Secure initial accounts within 3–6 months
• Reach a sales target of $250,000 within the first 6 months and $500,000 by the end of the first year
• Consistently contribute to revenue growth through new and existing clients
What We Provide
• Direct access to integrated R&D and production capabilities
• Fast and flexible sampling support for client development
• Existing product base and development resources to support sales efforts
• Close collaboration with internal teams across development and production
• Company investment in at least two U.S. trade shows per year
• Company-paid business travel expenses
Compensation
• Base salary + commission, negotiable based on experience
• Commission tied to order value and/or gross margin
• High earning potential based on performance