Wholesale Assistant

STAUD; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

STAUD Clothing, based in Los Angeles, is seeking a Wholesale Assistant to support the US Wholesale team, reporting to the West Coast Sr. Account Executive and collaborating with the broader Sales team.

The role focuses on specialty business, sample coordination, off-price support, market activity, and day-to-day sales administration. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years in Sales or Buying, is highly personable, detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Joor/Nuorder is a

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Sales or Buying.
• Highly personable and enthusiastic about product.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with competent presentation skills.
• Must be thorough and detail oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day sales and account support to the West Coast Sr. Account Executive and broader Sales team, helping ensure accounts are serviced efficiently and effectively.
• Assist with Specialty account management, including order follow-up, account maintenance, and responding to daily account inquiries via phone and email.
• Support off-price business, including order processing, account communication, and related administrative needs.
• Support appointment outreach, prospect research, new store targeting, and appointment scheduling in partnership with specialty Account Executives.
• Support the Sales team during select markets with buyer appointments, showroom preparation and maintenance, sample organization, and daily market needs.
• Visit local department stores and specialty retailers on a monthly basis, supporting existing US Major and Specialty accounts through associate engagement and floor maintenance, while also conducting store visits to identify and support prospective new accounts.

Skills

Personable

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Presentation skills

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Joor

Nuorder

Full Circle

Job description

STAUD Clothing, headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, has an opening for a Wholesale Assistant role in Los Angeles.

Founded in Los Angeles in 2015 by Sarah Staudinger and George Augusto, STAUD stands at the intersection of vintage inspiration and modern design—cool, confident, and deeply tied to culture. From cult-favorite accessories to elevated collaborations with brands like Birkenstock and St. Regis, Staud has built a world that’s distinctly LA yet globally resonant.

STAUD offers a health care plan to include medical coverage, dental care, vision insurance, an FSA plan, and a matching 401k plan.

Role Overview:

The US Wholesale Assistant plays an integral role in supporting STAUD’s US Wholesale team, reporting directly to the West Coast Sr. Account Executive and partnering closely with the broader Sales team. The role primarily supports the specialty business, sample coordination, off-price business, market support, and day-to-day sales administration. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and possesses a positive attitude, thriving in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

• Provide day-to-day sales and account support to the West Coast Sr. Account Executive and broader Sales team, helping ensure accounts are serviced efficiently and effectively.
• Assist with Specialty account management, including order follow-up, account maintenance, and responding to daily account inquiries via phone and email.
• Support off-price business, including order processing, account communication, and related administrative needs.
• Support appointment outreach, prospect research, new store targeting, and appointment scheduling in partnership with specialty Account Executives.
• Support the Sales team during select markets with buyer appointments, showroom preparation and maintenance, sample organization, and daily market needs.
• Manage quarterly shipments of samples and showroom materials to markets, ensuring all materials arrive accurately and on time.
• Work closely with Sample Coordinators to ensure samples are organized, tracked, and available when needed.
• Support the preparation of sales presentations, account decks, line sheets, and other sales and merchandising materials.
• Visit local department stores and specialty retailers on a monthly basis, supporting existing US Major and Specialty accounts through associate engagement and floor maintenance, while also conducting store visits to identify and support prospective new accounts.
• Communicate relevant store-level feedback, including product presentation, inventory, customer response, and competitive activity, to the Sales team.
• Support additional sales initiatives, special projects, and ad hoc requests led by the West Coast Sr. Account Executive or broader US Wholesale team.

Prerequisite Knowledge, Skills & Education:

• 1-2 years of experience in Sales or Buying
• Highly personable and enthusiastic about product
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with competent presentation skills
• Must be thorough and detail oriented
• Previous experience with Joor and/or Nuorder is a plus
• Previous experience with Full Circle is a plus
• Previous wholesale or retail experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work.

Physical and Mental Requirments:

• Standing and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Lifting up to 25 pounds in a safe and prudent manner.
• Ability to easily move throughout an office with ease.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to effectively interact with others internally and externally.
• Ability to utilize office equipment in a safe and prudent manner, including a copy machine, fax machine, computer, telephone, and other general office equipment that may be used regularly.
• Ability to work with many different personalities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.