Account Executive - Eastern Canada

Smythe Inc•Ottawa, ON

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Two friends wanted to give their wardrobes, and the wardrobes of other women, something that didn’t exist in the market. A blazer, created for her. For them. The foundational element of a wardrobe fit for work, or leisure…and uniquely, for a bit of both. So from a place of intuition, the promise of the brand took shape: to create pieces that fit into women’s lives. Purposefully. to create pieces that fit into women’s wardrobes. Seamlessly. and, to create pieces that fit women. Well. This promise continues to drive two friends, two designers, two women of many women who desire style that fits.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in a comparable role (Account Executive, Associate Buyer, or similar)
Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of sales drivers and retail performance
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present effectively and translate market insights into action
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including building and adapting reports (weekly, seasonal, market recaps)
Professional proficiency in both English and French is required

Responsibilities

Own part of Canadian business, managing day-to-day relationships with independent/specialty store accounts from Ottawa through the Maritimes
Provide education/product knowledge for major department stores in French/English, as well as with select independents
Partner with accounts on assortments, reorders, and returns, working closely with the Sales Coordinator to support execution
Collaborate with the Head of Wholesale to develop seasonal projections and achieve annual sales targets
Identify and onboard new accounts, continuously evolving the distribution strategy across Canada
React in-season with key partners through trunk shows, ATS events, and market travel
Enter and manage all HOUSE account orders in JOOR, ensuring accuracy and follow-through
Partner cross-functionally with Canadian AEs, US agents, and internal teams to share insights and optimize performance
Analyze each market, providing clear hindsight and actionable feedback by delivery
Build and deliver sales reports for leadership and cross-functional partners
Collaborate with marketing and international sales partners on pre-market preparation
Contribute to a team-first environment—sharing insights, supporting peers, and stepping into other territories as needed