Account Executive

Idea Nuova; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment

Job summary

Idea Nuova in New York, NY is looking for a motivated Associate Account Executive for home décor. This role involves managing retail accounts, supporting product execution, and driving category growth.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical and organizational skills, with a background in sales support or account management. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for career growth in the home décor industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in sales support, account management, merchandising, wholesale, or consumer products preferred.
• Experience within home décor, home textiles, lifestyle products, or retail environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the management and growth of key retail accounts across home décor.
• Assist in analyzing monthly and annual sales performance.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Design teams to ensure successful product execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, Interior Design, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Account Executive – Home Décor to support our growing business across key retail accounts and home décor categories.

In this role, you will partner closely with Sales, Product Development, Design, Planning, Production, and Operations teams to help drive day-to-day account management, support product execution, and contribute to category growth. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, customer-focused, and excited by the intersection of product, retail, and home design.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within the home décor, consumer products, or retail industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management and growth of key retail accounts across home décor and home textiles categories
• Partner with sales leadership to present product assortments, pricing, timelines, and seasonal programs to customers
• Assist in analyzing monthly and annual sales performance, margin goals, inventory levels, and business opportunities
• Work closely with Planning and Operations teams to support inventory management, forecasting, and allocation strategies
• Collaborate with Product Development, Design, Production, and Sourcing teams to help ensure successful product execution and timely deliveries
• Manage order tracking, shipping updates, and open order communication to maintain strong customer service and retailer compliance
• Maintain sales projections, inventory reports, and weekly business updates across accounts
• Partner with Design and Brand teams to review best sellers, market trends, customer feedback, and future assortment opportunities
• Conduct competitive shopping, market research, and trend analysis to identify emerging opportunities within the home décor space
• Assist in preparing showroom presentations, product displays, customer meetings, and market appointments
• Support licensed, branded, and private label programs across multiple retail channels
• Help identify opportunities for assortment expansion, new product introductions, and category growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, Interior Design, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in sales support, account management, merchandising, wholesale, or consumer products preferred
• Experience within home décor, home textiles, lifestyle products, or retail environments strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross‑functionally across teams and departments
• Passion for home décor, product trends, retail, and consumer brands

Why This Role

This is a unique opportunity to build your career within the home décor industry while gaining hands‑on exposure to major retailers, licensed brands, and the full product lifecycle. You’ll work alongside experienced leaders across sales, product development, and design while helping bring innovative home products to market.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work environment
• Exposure to major retailers, nationally recognized brands, and trend‑driven home categories
• Fast‑paced culture where your ideas, creativity, and contributions make an impact