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Junior Account Executive Jobs in New York, NY at Proenza Schouler
Title: Junior Account Executive
Company: Proenza Schouler
Location: New York, NY
Proenza Schouler is looking for a Junior Account Executive to support the Domestic Wholesale team for the following categories: Proenza Schouler Main Line RTW, Main Line Accessories (Shoes + Bags) and, Proenza Schouler White Label RTW.
Responsibilities:
Account Management
Responsible for maintaining and growing the U.S. specialty store business
Serve as the primary contact for specialty store accounts and manage the day-to-day business and operational functions
Manage in-season sales orders in RLM. Enter re-orders, pull order confirmations, work with the wholesale coordinator in managing RA’s.
Work closely with our AP and logistics team to ensure all orders are invoiced in a timely manner.
Communicate any payment or logistic issues directly to the account and find a swift solution.
Proactively reach out to accounts to collect and review weekly by-style and by-door selling reports to maximize sales opportunities and or reduce liabilities in season
Assist in updating the master selling file to analyze overall US business performance
Partner with US Customer Service representative to help respond to customer service issues (exp. damaged merchandise, clothing label requests, etc.) promptly and smoothly
Prospect new accounts and exceed seasonal sales goals
New York Market
Responsible for projecting sales budgets per account and managing seasonal sales goals based on performance and market feedback
Schedule and conduct New York market appointments
Execute market prep sheets to be distributed and reviewed by Proenza management
Enter all orders, review and submit feedback to the account in a timely manner. Confirm there are no discrepancies prior to confirming the order in JOOR.
Work with the merchandising team to communicate any changes to the line to the account and update the orders
Update the domestic bookings log during market – communicate any changes to initial projections to the Sales Director
Support International markets when needed
Product Knowledge + Store Visits
Partner with Senior AE + Sales Director on forecasting and managing annual travel calendars and budgets
Responsible for reaching out to buyers/stores to set-up clinics each season to support sales and educate the staff on the collection and the brand
Travelling to prospect stores in order to gain market share
Execute bi-monthly store visits to local accounts
Partner with Sales Director, Marketing and PR teams to coordinate special events / trunk shows
Work closely with the Wholesale Coordinator to ensure seasonal product knowledge packets are updated and distributed
Qualifications:
Strong relationships with Domestic Specialty Stores in the Designer & Contemporary RTW + ACC markets
Minimum 3-4 years’ relevant experience in retail or wholesale support roles
Microsoft Office proficiency and Excel usage/analytical skills are a requirement
Willingness to take on responsibilities outside a defined job scope
Business and results driven individual, with an ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
An undergraduate degree in Business or equivalent is merited
Team player who thrives in an environment where work is a collaborative effort among many
Experience with RLM, Joor, Skypad, 42 and Fashion GPS
Detail-oriented
The targeted base salary range for this role is $60,000-$65,000. Actual salary offered may be outside of this range based on factors such as, relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This role is also eligible for additional benefits including an annual performance-based incentive program and a seasonal clothing allowance.
