Junior Account Executive

PUMA; United States; Remote; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the footwear and apparel sector is seeking a dynamic sales professional to manage key customer relationships and drive sales growth. This role involves overseeing the entire sales cycle, from product presentation to achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a foundational understanding of retail sales practices. Join a vibrant team that values performance and collaboration, and contribute to a legacy of excellence in the sporting world. If you are passionate about sales and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in Footwear and Apparel sales or relevant experience.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and orally.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day interactions with City Specialty Customers.
• Overseeing the entire sales cycle from sell-in to sell-through.

Skills

Footwear and Apparel sales

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Retail Math concepts

Customer service

Product knowledge of Footwear and Apparel

Networking skills

Job description

YOUR MISSION

• Managing day-to-day interactions with our City Specialty Customers
• Overseeing the entire sales cycle from sell-in to sell-through and deliver the highest level of service to our customers
• Preparation and presentation of seasonal product assortments and financial plans.
• Manage accounts through proactive orderbook management, business planning, inventory control and data analysis to optimize retailer business.
• Execute seasonal GTM process: onboarding, sales meetings, presentations, allocations, deadlines.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all levels of external and cross-functional internal stakeholders aligned to the wholesale business territory.
• Achieve seasonal and yearly sales targets and development goals as defined by Sales Director.

YOUR TALENT

• 1-2 years’ experience in Footwear and Apparel sales or relevant experience.
• Basic Understanding of retail sales practices and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and orally.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and make solution-based recommendations.
• Basic Understanding of Retail Math concepts and order book management.
• Ability to execute product presentations and communicate brand strategy accurately and effectively.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer service
• Strong communication and networking skills
• Basic product knowledge of Footwear and Apparel.
• Domestic travel required.

The Hiring range base pay for this position is $82,000 - $108,600 + Bonus + Benefits

( Benefit Summary Corporate )

Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application. PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. For additional information, please contact: [e-mail]