Account Executive

6 days ago

New York, NY, United States SBH Fashion Full-time $80,000 - $90,000

Job Title: Account Executive - Specialty Stores

About The Role

We are seeking an Account Executive to grow our specialty store wholesale business for a women’s contemporary fashion brand. This role will manage existing boutique relationships, develop new accounts, and drive seasonal sales through thoughtful assortment planning and strong account service.

The ideal candidate combines a sales mindset with an eye for product and a clear understanding of the specialty retail customer.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of specialty store accounts, achieving seasonal and annual sales goals.
  • Build strong buyer relationships through regular communication, showroom appointments, and store visits.
  • Identify and open new accounts that align with the brand’s positioning and distribution strategy.
  • Present seasonal collections and recommend assortments tailored to each store’s customer, price points, and selling history.
  • Drive seasonal bookings, reorders, and replenishment opportunities.
  • Maintain accurate orders, sales forecasts, account records, and market recaps.
  • Partner with customer service, operations, and credit teams to support timely deliveries and resolve account issues.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of wholesale sales experience, preferably within women’s contemporary fashion.
  • Experience managing specialty store accounts; established buyer relationships are a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet sales goals and develop new business.
  • Strong presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
  • Understanding of retail math, assortment planning, and sell-through analysis.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and seasonal deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Excel and wholesale selling platforms such as JOOR or NuORDER.
  • Willingness to travel for markets, trade shows, and store visits.

Salary $80,000-$90,000

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