Who We Are:
Liba Fabrics, established in 1962, is a NYC Based Fabric Importer/Wholesaler (see www.libafabrics.com for the complete line), Manufacturer of Custom Sewing Products (i.e. Drapes, Tablecloths, Truss Covers, etc.), and Print Products (Banners, Displays, SEG Graphics). We partner with a wide variety of industries in North America including Special Events, Production, Audio Visual, Lighting, Hospitality, Apparel, and more.
We are looking to expand our reach into the print media textiles market. This is a new division within our company, and we need an experienced, motivated individual to help us open up this market. The Director of Print Media Textiles will be responsible for researching potential applications for our products, identifying key industries and customers, and building a strategic sales plan to grow this new division from the ground up. We are also open to acquiring existing businesses to accelerate this growth. The goal is for this person to identify new print media fabrics to add to our product line, find new customers to supply these fabrics to, and build the new operation from the ground up. While we are open to all width fabrics, we recognize that wide format is the best option for many applications.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Market Development: Identify growth opportunities and develop strategies for entering the print media textiles market.
2. New Product Identification: Research and propose fabrics suited for print applications such as banners, retail displays, and SEG graphics.
3. Sales & Market Expansion: Build relationships with print shops, marketing agencies, and event production companies.
4. Customer Relationship Building: Leverage existing relationships and establish new connections with key industry players.
5. Collaborative Growth Strategy: Work with leadership to craft and execute the division's growth plan.
What You'll Bring:
1. A proven ability to leverage existing relationships to gain entry into new markets.
2. Established relationships within the medical textiles or healthcare supply industry.
3. Problem-solving skills with a strong work ethic
4. Constant communication externally and internally
5. 5+ years of experience in the print media industry
6. Experience working with a CRM (a strong plus), Microsoft, and Google Office Suite
Benefits - We Value our Team:
1. Subsidized Health Insurance, Dental and Vision
2. Commission on New Customers and Existing Territory Growth
3. Profit-Sharing Plan
4. 401k with Automatic 3% Company Contribution
5. Opportunity to travel to visit customers
6. Bonus Structure paid out on a quarterly basis
7. PTO, Plus Christmas through New Years Off
Please submit a cover note/letter along with your Resume explaining how your background ties into the position presented.
Please note: This is a full-time, in-office position, 5 days per week. Our office is conveniently located in the Garment District, near Herald Square, Penn Station, and the PATH train.
If you have an existing business that aligns with our industry and are considering selling, we would be open to discussing acquisition opportunities.
Liba Fabrics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
