Account Executive, Handbags

Vida Shoes International • New York, NY

2d • $80,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Since 1973, Vida Shoes International has been committed to becoming a global leader in the footwear industry. We are a well-established private footwear company located in New York, boasting a global presence abroad. Currently, we are in search of an Account Executive specializing in handbags.

Requirements

• 5+ Years of selling branded handbags.
• Proven track record to surpass sales targets.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Attention to detail and consistent follow through.
• Highly self-motivated, willing to take initiative but also follow direction.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player attitude.
• Proficient in Excel, with a strong working knowledge of Pivot tables, and PowerPoint.
• Wholesale/ Handbags background.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales with active accounts and open new accounts.
• Develop and implement sales strategies in order to grow revenue and gross margin.
• Achieve revenue and margin plan.
• Identify opportunities and execute a plan to achieve these opportunities
• Partner with design team, shipping team, and production team.
• Travel to accounts and trade shows.
• Foster lasting relationships with customers by building trust.
• Complete weekly Monday recap due to GM recapping current business
• Shop your accounts and their competition to stay knowledgeable and current on business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior