Assistant Account Executive

Fossil Group • New York, NY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

What you will do in this role
Manage PO/SAP order processes, including order entry, shipment tracking, cancellations, extensions, and delivery updates
Maintain the channel PO tracker and share open-order updates with key accounts
Support market prep through sales analysis, sample procurement, and meeting setup
Assist Senior AE and Divisional Sales Manager with order offers and business needs for major off-price accounts (Ross, TJ Maxx, Nordstrom Rack, etc.)
Share ATS opportunities and quarterly approved assortments with accounts using account-specific templates
Enter production projections into monthly production files and communicate SKU changes
Assist with Nordstrom Rack SKU setup, IIF forms, SSC forms, and PO verification
Support GCC form completion for required purchase orders
Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers through consistent communication and proactive opportunities
Present new collections, brand strategies, and seasonal assortments to buyers during in-person or virtual meetings
Manage sample shipping needs to ensure timely buy completion
Partner with planning and brand teams to align on assortment needs, pricing, inventory, and lead times

Who You Are (Requirements)
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3 years of experience in wholesale, merchandising, planning, or account support—preferably in retail or consumer goods
Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with sales data, forecasts, and inventory reporting
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external partners
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of SAP, order management systems, or EDI processes is a plus
Experience in off-price wholesale accounts (Macy’s Backstage, Burlington, DSW, etc.) is preferred
Ability to work 4 days a week in our NYC office

What We Offer
Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health and well-being services.
Retirement Planning: 401(k) match and educational resources.
Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work Program: Support for new parents and caregivers with paid leave and a flexible phase-back schedule.
Generous Paid Time Off: Includes Floating Holidays, Sick Time, Personal Days, and Summer Flex Friday.
Tuition Reimbursement: For approved programs to support your professional growth.
Employee Discounts: Save on Fossil merchandise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in wholesale, merchandising, planning, or account support—preferably in retail or consumer goods
• Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with sales data, forecasts, and inventory reporting
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external partners
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work 4 days a week in our NYC office

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of SAP, order management systems, or EDI processes is a plus
• Experience in off-price wholesale accounts (Macy’s Backstage, Burlington, DSW, etc.) is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage PO/SAP order processes, including order entry, shipment tracking, cancellations, extensions, and delivery updates
• Maintain the channel PO tracker and share open-order updates with key accounts
• Support market prep through sales analysis, sample procurement, and meeting setup
• Assist Senior AE and Divisional Sales Manager with order offers and business needs for major off-price accounts (Ross, TJ Maxx, Nordstrom Rack, etc.)
• Share ATS opportunities and quarterly approved assortments with accounts using account-specific templates
• Enter production projections into monthly production files and communicate SKU changes
• Assist with Nordstrom Rack SKU setup, IIF forms, SSC forms, and PO verification
• Support GCC form completion for required purchase orders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers through consistent communication and proactive opportunities
• Present new collections, brand strategies, and seasonal assortments to buyers during in-person or virtual meetings
• Manage sample shipping needs to ensure timely buy completion
• Partner with planning and brand teams to align on assortment needs, pricing, inventory, and lead times

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health and well-being services.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) match and educational resources.
• Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work Program: Support for new parents and caregivers with paid leave and a flexible phase-back schedule.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes Floating Holidays, Sick Time, Personal Days, and Summer Flex Friday.
• Tuition Reimbursement: For approved programs to support your professional growth.
• Employee Discounts: Save on Fossil merchandise.

What This Job Offers

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