Junior Account Executive - Activewear
New York, New York
A growing women's contemporary brand is looking for a motivated Junior Account Executive to help expand its presence within the active and athletic specialty channel. This is a field-based wholesale sales opportunity focused on developing strong relationships with independent boutiques and specialty retail chains. The ideal candidate is someone who understands the specialty wholesale landscape, enjoys being in front of customers, and is excited by the opportunity to grow both existing business and new accounts. This is a great opportunity for an early-career sales professional who is ready to take on more responsibility and make an impact within a growing business.
Hybrid setting and open to travel to accounts
REQUIREMENTS
2+ years of wholesale sales experience with specialty boutiques and/or retail chains
Experience within womens active, athletic, athleisure, or a related apparel category is a plus
Existing relationships within the specialty retail channel preferred
Comfortable managing both independent accounts and multi-door retail relationships
Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Organized, proactive, and strong with follow-through
Comfortable working with sales and inventory data
Proficient in Excel and/or Google Sheets
Familiarity with JOOR or other wholesale/order management platforms is a plus
Comfortable working independently in a field-based role
Willingness to travel regularly within the territory