Account Executive

The Beaufort Bonnet Company•Lexington, KY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Beaufort Bonnet Company's mission is to bring happiness through timeless, thoughtfully designed, quality products that celebrate the wonder of childhood. We encourage families to slow down, celebrate everyday moments, and make generations of memories sweeter. The Account Executive is responsible for driving profitable sales to current and new accounts for The Beaufort Bonnet Company.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
Generally, 2+ years of experience working in a wholesale sales environment, preferably for an apparel company
Strong attention to detail, are competitive and upbeat
Enjoy solving problems and meeting goals while remaining flexible
Able to multitask and keep organized with minimal direction
Strong communicator (oral and written) with an analytical mindset
Eager to learn and grow a business

Responsibilities

Drive profitable sales for established accounts and new customers.
Achieve/exceed agreed-upon monthly and yearly sales goals.
Selectively prospect to obtain new accounts while maintaining high end brand perception.
Attend Market shows as needed throughout the year.
Monthly travel to show T.B.B.C. brand to current and prospective stores
Manage, develop and maintain relationships with customers to ensure ongoing business.
Support accounts with the sell-through of products at full retail price by assisting with merchandising, in-store events and marketing materials.
Maintain in depth knowledge of the line, product quality, sizing, etc.
Enter seasonal orders/reorders
Communicate with buyers to schedule appointments, discuss reorders, and answer questions.
Follow credit department’s instructions on addressing delinquent customer payments.
Keep the Company informed of any significant customer information, customer financial problems, issues with products etc., that may affect the Company’s ability to achieve goals.
Perform miscellaneous office work (e.g., shipping promotional items to accounts, merchandising, organizing samples, etc.)
Provide customer support including, but not limited to: Providing samples, catalogs, and line sheets of the company's product line to customers
Handling and resolving customer inquiries/concerns
Addressing product-related issues with appropriate internal departments/teams.