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Account Executive - Temporary Maternity Leave

Employer
Maison Margiela
Location
New York, New York, United States
Closing date
27 Dec 2021

Job Details

Maison Margiela is a Paris-based fashion house founded in 1988 by Belgian designer Martin Margiela. Celebrating unconventional aesthetics and embracing the philosophy that fashion is an art of expression rather than a cult of personality, Maison Margiela offers haute couture, ready-to-wear for women and men, advanced designer MM6, footwear, and accessories, including leather goods, and fragrance.
John Galliano was named Creative Director of the house in 2014, bringing his sense of spectacle and creative mastery to the unique ethos of Maison Margiela. Whilst developing his own vision for the house, John Galliano has entirely respected the Martin Margiela state of mind, creating a fascinating organic process.

Job Description

Sales:
  • Analyzes and prepares sales performance data by account and style.
  • Proactively responds to shifts in sales performance and quickly identifies solutions, ensuring all sales targets are achieved and exceeded.
  • Drive sales and new business to reach and exceed sales targets, focusing on growing "brand right" strategic accounts.
  • Identify and cultivate new customer relationships.
  • Develop and execute store-by-store strategy to drive sell-in, sell-thru, and new business relationships.


Operations:
  • Review, support, and boost sales performance at the retail level by conducting regular visits to all specialty stores and Dept. Stores prioritizing as needed.
  • Identifies performance trends, commercial opportunities and threats, and inventory risks.
  • Monitor and report on progress towards achievement of plans and strategies.
  • Partners with Customer Service and Finance to ensure timely shipping of product.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key clients.
  • Establish and maintain active and constructive relationships with other teams in the company.


Essential Skills:
  • 3+ years similar experience selling male &/or female apparel
  • Experience leading product seminars; strong public speaking skills; ability to motivate and persuade
  • Ability to drive the business, increase sales, and own a business
  • Willing to travel to Paris
  • Strong knowledge of the wholesale market and competitors

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