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Sales Account Executive

Employer
The Foundation
Location
New York City, New York (US)
Salary
Base + Commission
Closing date
28 Jul 2022

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Job Details

The Foundation is a dynamic work environment with great employees. We are very proud to have a unique and diverse working environment. One of our most regarded assets is our team. We have a fantastic staff with the drive and determination to conquer their goals. In addition, we have multiple decades' worth of relationships with retail partners that we revere and treasure. Their businesses are our businesses, as our success directly depends on their success. In 2017 we expanded our services to focus on a full suite of services inclusive of Distribution, Licensing, Development & Design. In addition, we have an entire team focused on Imports, Logistics, Warehousing, Marketing, Finance, and more.

The Foundation is looking for an enthusiastic, charismatic, and energetic Sales Professional to manage well-known brands in the United States as a territory. The ideal person in this role maintains strong relationships with retention accounts and identifies opportunities to help these relationships grow and thrive.

We seek a strong, dedicated, and successful candidate to add to our team. 
Please visit https://thefndtn.com; you may send your resume to jobs@thefndtn.com.

Essential Functions

  • Contribute to and execute strategies set by management to maximize sales and margins, support and promote the brand and maintain strong relationships with customers. 
  • Actively seek opportunities to build and expand current businesses with all distribution levels.
  • Spearhead the targeting of new accounts and partnerships.
  • Make product presentations to Buyers to identify assortment plans and sales opportunities and maximize sales growth.
  • Contribute to and execute strategies set by management to maximize sales and margins, support and promote the brand and maintain strong relationships with customers.
  • Create and maintain seasonal forecasts by door and category.
  • Achieve Quarterly and Seasonal Sales Goals.
  • Assemble and monitor profitability by account and identify areas of opportunity regarding sell-through, markdowns, cancellations, returns, etc., and make recommendations to customers.
  • Set up and work tradeshows.
  • Partner with finance and operations to ensure proper credit, shipping, and bookings for each customer.
  • Manage communications and feedback between individual customers and internal partners.

Knowledge Skill &Abilities

  • Minimum of 3 years experience. We are specifically looking for candidates with experience with Premium Fashion Retailers. Examples include Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Anthropologie, GOOP, ShopBop, Revolve, Mr. Porter, Hospitality, Restaurants, etc.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail-oriented and meticulous.
  • Able to work with a small team and grow with a changing business
  • Ability to work in a fast pace environment
  • Ability to travel often/as needed
  • Proficient in MS Office, Strong Excel Skills

Education & Experience

  • Minimum of three (3) years of successful market management Knowledge of contemporary fashion channels and their retailers. Passion for sustainability and building brands that can make a difference in the world, Passion for storytelling and selling in a brand and not just an item. Proven track record of teamwork and working well within a dynamic organization

 

75K to 80K base; with a guarantee of 100K minimum earnings first year.

 

ADA Requirements:

 

  • Sitting:                                              Up to 6 hours per day
  • Walking:                                            Medium Walking
  • Repetitive Motion:                            Keyboard entry, telephone use
  • Visual Acuity:                                   View read computer screen with or without corrective devices
  • Environment exposure:                   General Office
  • Other:                                                Ability to hear and speak for telephone use is required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Company

The Foundation builds and develops brands within fashion, home design, lifestyle, tech and food & beverage. The Foundation guides partners through every stage of the brand-building process. Whether partners are launching a new brands or energizing an established one, The Foundation will amplify vision and ensure its capacity for growth. Rooted in decades-long experience and relationships, The Foundation has the capability and expertise to bring all ideas to life. We are a one-of-a-kind organization providing efficient business and production solutions, go-to-market strategy, and stunning execution. 

Company info
Website
Telephone
212-575-2373
Location
2020 E 7th St
Rear Entrance
Los Angeles
California
90021-1302
US

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