Assistant Account Executive

Swimusa; New York, Cary (NY, NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in women's swimwear is on the lookout for a dynamic Assistant Account Executive to bolster their sales team. This role is pivotal in supporting the management and growth of wholesale swim accounts, ensuring strong relationships with retail partners. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of organizational prowess and communication skills to assist in processing orders, tracking inventory, and preparing insightful sales reports. If you're passionate about fashion and eager to contribute to a vibrant team, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in wholesale, retail, or fashion industry.
• Strong MS Office skills required for data analysis and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing accounts and developing new business opportunities.
• Prepare sales reports and analyze data for account performance.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Detail-Oriented

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising

Bachelor's degree in Business

Related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Order Management Systems

Job description

SWIM USA is the premiere designer and manufacturer of women's swimwear located in New York City, NY. We are nearly 90 years young and seeking a dynamic Assistant Account Executive to join our team.

The Assistant Account Executive will support the Account Executive/Sales Team in managing and growing wholesale swim accounts while maintaining strong relationships with retail partners.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sales Support
   • Assist in managing existing accounts and developing new business opportunities
   • Process and track orders from initial entry through delivery
   • Monitor inventory levels and communicate stock positions to clients
   • Prepare sales reports and analyze data
   • Support showroom appointments and trade shows
2. Account Management
   • Maintain regular communication with buyers and retail partners
   • Handle customer service inquiries and resolve issues
   • Track and follow up on sample requests
   • Assist with seasonal line presentations
   • Monitor account performance and identify growth opportunities
3. Administrative
   • Create and maintain sales presentations
   • Update customer databases and sales materials
   • Manage product imagery and marketing assets
   • Assist with price lists and order documentation
   • Coordinate with production, logistics, and other departments
4. Customer Market Appointments
   • Assist with preparing meeting agenda and reports by retailer
   • Showroom & line preparation
   • Model coordination

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field
• 1-2 years experience in wholesale, retail, or fashion industry
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Knowledge of swim/resort wear market preferred
• Experience with order management systems

Desired Skills:

• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Fashion industry knowledge
• Understanding of seasonal buying cycles
• Professional demeanor and presentation skills

Working Conditions: office

Travel: occasional travel required

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk 8 hours/day
• Vision requirements correctable to 20/20 vision

EOE

Note: Manager reserves the right to modify job description based on business need