Senior Account Executive - Contemporary, Multi-Line Showroom
Joey Showroom is a contemporary, multi-line showroom representing women’s apparel across a range of categories including Resort, RTW, Denim and ActiveWear. We are looking for a Senior Account Executive for the East Coast territory to join our New York team.
Applicants are required to have an understanding of the advanced contemporary fashion market, as well as a working knowledge of specialty, major department stores as well as international contacts. Current relationships are mandatory.
Responsibilities/activities include:
- Helping to manage and grow the assigned territories
- Strengthen and build existing relationships with current account base as well as targeting new accounts
- Meeting sales goals and working to assist other team members as needed
- Outbound sales calls and presentations
- Partnering with our vendors to effectively map sales strategies
- Computer proficient, particularly with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as web-based applications
- Communicating regularly with clients via on=site meetings, telephone, email, etc.
- Establishing rapport with new and existing clients through the entire sales process
- Meeting or exceeding all performance goals
- Participating in weekly team meetings
- Completing all performance and sales reviews with managers and incorporating feedback into your sales process
- Performing other duties as required
- Punctuality and consistent work attendance
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years experience working in the contemporary/designer wholesale fashion industry; denim and active is preferred
- Willingness to travel on the road (valid driver’s license is required)
- Must be available to work weekends during all major markets
- Strong communication skills via email and phone
- Proven performance in sales/account management
- Ability to work with prospects to develop strong business solution cases coupled with solid closing skills
- Results-oriented approach, high energy, balanced with a “take charge” attitude
- Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills
In addition, we are also looking for a Sales/Showroom Assistant. Please send your cover letter, salary requirements, and resume.