Sales Executive
Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, Standard Business Hours
Salary: Based on Experience
Description
A New York–based apparel company is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to drive growth within its men’s outerwear and workwear categories. This is a high-impact, non-entry-level role for a proven salesperson who can generate new business while expanding existing retail accounts.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and takes full ownership of the sales cycle—from prospecting and pitching to negotiating and closing deals.
What You’ll Do
- Own and grow key retail accounts while developing new business opportunities
- Manage the full sales cycle including prospecting, pitching, negotiating, and closing
- Present seasonal product lines and respond to in-season opportunities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers and retail partners
- Analyze pricing, margins, and sales performance to drive profitability
- Manage multiple seasons and product timelines simultaneously
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure product execution and delivery
Requirements
- Proven sales experience in apparel or retail required
- Experience in men’s outerwear or workwear strongly preferred
- Existing relationships with retail buyers is a major plus
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to meet and exceed sales targets
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Excel or sales-related systems
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment