Account Executive, Dolce Vita Footwear

Steve Madden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Generous paid time-off policy

Career opportunities

Job summary

A leading footwear brand in New York is seeking an Account Executive to manage customer accounts and drive sales. This role involves collaborating with internal design and production teams while analyzing sales trends to identify growth opportunities. A Bachelor's degree is required alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers an expected salary of $85,000 – $90,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Footwear & Private Brands experience preferred.
• Sales experience required.
• Self‑motivated with strong follow‑up and completion skills.
• Ability to manage tasks in a high‑pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with assigned accounts.
• Work closely with Private Brands teams on production.
• Analyze sales and market trends for growth opportunities.
• Manage daily communication with first cost accounts.

Skills

Strong communication

Sales analysis

Market research

Process management

Order processing

Strong customer service skills

Line building

Understanding of customer process

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Account Executive, Dolce Vita Footwear – Steve Madden

The Account Executive is responsible for managing customer accounts, driving sales, and working closely with production and design teams. This position supports the wholesale business and is based in our NYC office, requiring on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with assigned accounts
• Work closely with Private Brands teams and internal design teams from product creation to commercialization
• Manage the process, timelines and customer needs both externally and internally
• Manage daily communication and customer service with first cost accounts
• Manage customer line sheets and customer‑specific PLM systems
• Analyze sales and market trends to identify growth opportunities
• Perform strong analysis of retail sales to drive opportunities
• Work closely with first cost production teams on costing and order management
• Sample management
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Specific Job Skills

• Strong communication
• Sales analysis
• Market research
• Process management
• Order processing
• Strong customer service skills
• Line building
• Strong understanding of customer process and ways of working

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Footwear & Private Brands experience preferred
• Sales experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Self‑motivated with strong follow‑up and completion skills
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines in a high‑pressure environment, effectively prioritizing based on urgency
• Willing to take initiative and exercise strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy

Salary

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $85,000 – $90,000. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, a generous paid time‑off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industry: Retail