Sales Representative

Steve Madden • New York, NY

11d • $50,000 - $90,000

About The Position

This position is responsible for initiating contact with existing and potential customers.

Requirements

• Ability to perform complex verbal and written communications face-to-face and in group settings
• Decisions are guided by precedent and interpretation of applicable laws, etc. and have impact on others and the organization
• Work responsibilities frequently concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion at all times
• Job duties are somewhat varied, occasionally requiring conceptualizing, planning and implementing
• Assertive self-starter with strong decision making ability
• Ability to work in a multi-task, high pressure environment
• Ability to travel as required
• Personable and excellent customer service skills are essential
• Strong follow-up and completion skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and time management skills essential
• Under general direction, examines moderately complex information and/or situations and prepares summary, solves problems for self, complex problems are referred to supervisor
• Has no supervisory responsibility, provides basic work direction usually one-on-one
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years experience in retail, sales, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned accounts
• Achieve sales goals while maintaining profitability goals.
• Penetrate new markets.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with customers.
• Secure and place orders taking into consideration delivery dates and inventory levels for fulfillment.
• Attend trade shows.
• Special projects as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• 401K
• paid holidays
• a generous paid time-off policy
• career opportunities within a dynamic team

What This Job Offers

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