Sales Account Executive (Sportswear)

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Sales Account Executive (Sportswear)

Role Overview:

Our client is a well established Sportswear Company, looking for a self-motivated, organized, and knowledgeable Account Executive who can work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The account executive will oversee all aspects of account management for key accounts and is financially accountable to drive results.

Sales Account Executive Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible to manage national & regional retail accounts at all levels in both branded and private label programs.

• Must have a strong understanding of product development and merchandising. • Excellent presentation and negotiation skills required.

• Maintain and grow strong, effective relationships with internal & external partners.

• Identify and deliver new business opportunities to grow the business with current & potential accounts.

• Project and deliver monthly & annual sales forecasts to meet financial targets and drive revenue growth.

• Shop the market to research and identify current trends and present competitive data to drive newness & business.

• Partner with design/merchandising team on the product assortment

• Consistently monitor and respond to opportunities in the market to identify ways to stay ahead of trends.

• Follow order from inception to completion to ensure

customer satisfaction

Sales Account Executive Key Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational, communication and presentation skills with attention to detail

• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

• Self-Motivated, positive attitude

• 5 - 7 years’ experience in Sales or Merchandising in the wholesale fashion industry

• Ability to travel as needed