Apparel & Textile Business Development & Sales (International)- VP (Konception Design, Gurugram)

Title: Vice President - Apparel & Textile Business Development & Sales (International)

Company: Konception Designs

Location: Gurugram/Mumbai, India

Role Type: International (based out of Gurugram) with Travel

Position Summary

Are you a top-tier business development leader with deep, direct connections into the boardrooms of global apparel & textile giants Konception Designs is seeking a strategic Vice President to architect and execute a bold market expansion. Your mandate: to secure $100M+ in new export business by leveraging your elite network with brands like Inditex, H&M, NEXT, Target, Primark, Next, etc. Past experience of working with companies like Triburg, Li& Fung, Shahi Group, Orient Craft, Pearl Global, PDS Limited, Impulse International, Gokaldas Exports, etc will be preferred.

This is not just a sales roleit's an opportunity to build a global business vertical with direct Board/Leadership access, unparalleled resources, and a legacy-defining compensation package.

Note: Non Apparel/Textile industry related candidates need not apply!

Key Responsibilities

Elite Client Acquisition: Directly leverage and expand your existing network to secure large-scale, multi-season contracts with global fast-fashion, high-street, and luxury brands.

Strategic Market Leadership: Design and execute data-driven market entry and expansion strategies across key regions (UK, EU, North America, Japan, Australia etc).

End-to-End Deal Orchestration: Own the entire business cycle from initial pitch and MSA negotiation to strategic account management and seamless client onboarding.

Market Intelligence & Advocacy: Act as the company's strategic voice on global trends, competitor moves, and sourcing shifts. Represent Konception Designs as a thought leader at premier international forums (e.g., Premire Vision, Texworld).

The Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a seasoned BD or key account leader currently driving 8-9 figure revenues for a major global sourcing house or export giant.

Proven Pedigree: 15+ years of demonstrable success in BD/strategic sales within garment exports, specifically in woven and knitted women's western wear.

Elite Network: A verifiable, direct rolodex of decision-makers (Sourcing Heads, VP Procurement) at leading global brands. Past tenure at firms like Li & Fung, Triburg, or similar premier buying houses is a significant advantage.

From the house of Retail Giants: Those heading buying/sourcing divisions of large global retailers and an ambition/experience to develop large business, will be given preference too.

Deal-Maker's Mindset: A consistent track record of exceeding $20M+ annual new business targets and closing complex, large-scale contracts.

Strategic Operator: Deep understanding of the end-to-end apparel order processfrom tech pack to compliance (SLCP, GOTS) and logistics.

Global Citizen: Polished communicator with flawless English; additional European or Asian language skills are a major plus. Willingness and ability to travel internationally extensively.

What We Offer: A True Partnership

Elite Compensation: A high-base, high-reward structure with an aggressive performance-linked incentive scheme directly tied to revenue goals.

Autonomy & Impact: Direct reporting to senior leadership with the strategic autonomy to build your team and shape our global direction.

Legacy Platform: Backed by a best-in-class design, merchandising, and operations team. This is a career-defining role to establish your legacy in the Apparel & Textile export industry.

About Konception Designs

Konception Designs is a Gurgaon-based powerhouse in the global apparel sourcing and manufacturing landscape. We operate as a strategic partner and full-service company for the world's most prestigious fashion brands and retailers. Our expertise spans design collaboration, fabric innovation, sustainable manufacturing, and seamless supply chain execution. We pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled value, quality, and reliability to our global clientele. It is Forbes certified - Great Place To Work. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Qualified professionals are invited to submit a detailed CV and a cover note outlining their most relevant achievements, specifically mentioning:

1. Key global Apaprel & Textile Export clients handled directly.

2. Approximate annual order values managed/acquired in the last 3 years.

3. Current and past affiliations