About Commune
Founded in the lush countryside of Somerset, Commune fosters connection with self, each other, and with nature in pursuit of lifelong harmony. Taking a perfumer’s approach to soap formulation, we create formulations that turn everyday self-care into moments of presence and intention.
We focus on the intersections of design, sustainability, and mindful living. Every touchpoint, from our retail store to workshops and community events, is an opportunity to create thoughtful, elevated experiences that bring our philosophy to life.
Our products are rooted in the essence of botanicals and guided by a masterful approach to fragrance, with formulations designed to delight the senses while supporting wellbeing. Each product is considered for ease of use, its celebration of nature's bounty, and the way it invites pause in everyday life.
Commune works with global retailers and hospitality partners including Harrods, Liberty, Harvey Nichols, Violet Grey, Mecca, Ounass, Skins, Lane Crawford, Estelle Manor.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Sales Executive to join our team, who will be at the forefront of expanding Commune’s presence globally. This position is responsible for overseeing existing and new wholesale accounts.
The Role
- Manage and grow sales across existing department stores and independent retailers, while identifying and opening new accounts to expand Commune’s reach
- Deliver compelling presentations and secure orders, ensuring partners are engaged and informed about new collections
- Forecast sales and optimise orders to meet targetsMonitor sell-through and stock levels across retail partners
- Ensure brand guidelines and standards are consistently upheld across all accounts
- Train retail staff to become passionate Commune brand ambassadors, sharing product knowledge and brand heritage
- Report on market trends and competitor insights to inform strategic decision‑making
- Collaborate with Marketing to maximise partner activations
- Liaise with Warehouse and Credit Control teams to ensure seamless order processing and customer service
- Propose improvements across sales, training, merchandising, and promotional processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Work closely with agents to support order processing and ensure smooth execution
Who You Are
- Self-starting, conscientious, and highly organised
- Motivated with a positive, proactive attitude
- Commercially minded, ambitious, and sales-driven, with a passion for building long‑term partnerships
- Comfortable multitasking in a fast‑paced start‑up environment
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Strong brand affinity with the ability to represent and communicate it confidently
- Reliable and detail‑oriented
- Confident communicator and strong presenter
We’d Love to Hear From People With
- Minimum 2 years’ wholesale experience in beauty, fragrance, fashion, luxury, interior design, or hospitality
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with Unleashed or similar inventory/order management systems (preferred)
- Familiarity with hospitality or wholesale accounts
- Strong understanding of market positioning, brand adjacencies, and industry trends
Commune is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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