Job Description
Job Title: Junior Account Executive
Location: On-Site, 5 Days a Week — Midtown Manhattan, New York City (Fashion District)
Department: Sales – Karl Lagerfeld Outerwear/Siena and Kensie Dresses
Reports To: Sales Manager
About G-III Apparel Group:
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Account Executive to join our Karl Lagerfeld Outerwear/Siena and Kensie Dresses sales team. This role provides essential support in managing key wholesale accounts, driving growth initiatives, and ensuring smooth execution of sales strategies across major department store partners. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and have strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Account Management
- Support the day-to-day management of major department store accounts.
- Coordinate and lead regular conference calls with buyers and account partners.
- Collaborate with accounts to develop exclusive product offerings tailored to their customer base.
- Proactively manage and track all shipping logistics related to assigned accounts.
Sales Strategy & Market Planning
- Partner with the merchandising team to curate assortments and develop go-to-market strategies.
- Assist in the development of seasonal booking strategies aimed at increasing sales volume.
- Create and maintain seasonal booking reports to track performance and provide insights.
Order Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Maintain and manage all wholesale orders, including creating batch sheets and reviewing for accuracy.
- Address issues such as order cancellations or oversold items by identifying revenue replacement opportunities.
- Enter and monitor orders in internal systems, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.
- Communicate account-specific product needs to Design and Merchandising teams via seasonal product wish lists.
Sales Analysis
- Regularly review and analyze sales data, including classification performance and market share.
- Identify growth opportunities and address areas of underperformance.
Who You Are:
- A team player who collaborates easily and supports others.
- A fast learner who adapts quickly and embraces new challenges.
- A strong communicator who can clearly express ideas and build strong account relationships.
- An analytical thinker who uses data to drive insights and solutions.
- A self-starter with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in wholesale account management or a similar sales support role.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and sales reporting tools.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong attention to detail.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- PTO and company holidays.
- Employee discounts.
The pay range for this position is: $70,000 – $80,000 per year.
Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. |
- G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.
Job Tags
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