Account Executive Sr.

Gildan Activewear Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and development

Attractive benefits package

Job summary

Gildan in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Account Executive for English-language sales and customer service to lead key retail accounts and drive strategic growth. This role emphasizes strong relationship management, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with the broader Sales Marketing and Distribution Team.

The position requires a university degree with extensive managerial experience or a master’s degree with substantial relevant experience, plus proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• University degree + Minimum of 12 years of relevant and managerial experience OR Master’s degree or University degree & professional designation/certification + 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• High degree of strategic thinking required
• Ability to work in a team-based environment
• Experience within a manufacturing company supplying product to Retail Customers preferred
• Vision is required in order to read instructions, interpret data and formulate metrics
• Hearing is required in order to hear instructions, receive information, and understand safety warnings

Responsibilities

• Directs sales and account management efforts for multiple strategic programs and customers.
• Manages the sales of customer accounts for key retail customers.
• Leads direction for product placement and sales of accounts.
• Collaborates with Director or Vice President on priorities and business strategies.
• Coordinates customer meetings at multiple levels and ensures data completeness for buyer meetings.
• Ensures timely execution of orders, forecasts, and modular delivery with customer teams.

Skills

Account management

Sales strategy

Team leadership

Customer relationship management

Education

University degree + Minimum of 12 years of relevant and managerial experience

Master’s degree or University degree & professional designation/certification + 10 years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Account Executive Sr.EnglishSales & Customer ServiceBentonville, AR, US###### Share it!### Who we areGildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan, Hanes, Comfort Colors, American Apparel, ALLPROTM, GOLDTOE, Peds, Bali, Playtex, Maidenform, Bonds, as well as Champion which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.### The opportunityDirects sales and account management efforts for multiple strategic programs and customers.**The role*** Manages the sales of customer accounts for key retail customers* Manages and leads direction for product placement and sales of accounts* Collaborates with Director or Vice President on priorities and business strategies* Makes contacts with new and existing customers and generates new opportunities for our products to be placed* Collaborates with Replenishment and Sales Analyst functions in assigned categories* Leads efforts to align customer orders with monthly ship forecasts* Generates business analysis and strategy, coordinates customer meetings at multiple levels* Leads category team's efforts to deliver customer service metrics - order fill rates, store in-stock percentages, Distribution Center outs, forecast accuracies and purchase order on-time arrival compliance* Manages the customer relationship in pricing, product placement, analysis, orders, replenishment* Leads team to make sure required data and information is complete for buyer meetings* Ensures timeline executing internally and with the customer's teams including new item commitment, setup, ship dates, and modular execution* Trains and develops direct reports technical and soft skill sets* Coordinates with marketing and merchandising on needs for properly displaying product* Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs* This opportunity is based in our Sales Marketing and Distribution Team.**The requirements*** University degree + Minimum of 12 years of relevant and managerial experience OR Master’s degree or University degree & professional designation/certification + 10 years of relevant experience* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)* High degree of strategic thinking required* Ability to work in a team-based environment* Experience within a manufacturing company supplying product to Retail Customers preferred* Vision is required in order to read instructions, interpret data and formulate metrics* Hearing is required in order to hear instructions, receive information, and understand safety warnings### What’s in it for you?* Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential* Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated* From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues* Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities* Take advantage of our attractive benefits packagesWe want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.### Find your fit with usWe recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.*#FindYourFit* at Gildan and tailor the future of your own career.### What are you waiting for?Apply now