Senior Account Executive - Brooks Brothers
New York, NY 10001
About the Job
Founded in 1818, Brooks Brothers is America’s oldest clothier. For more than 200 years, the brand has defined the standard of dress in America and has evolved into a global lifestyle brand offering complete apparel and accessories collections for men, women and children. Brooks Brothers products are world renowned for innovation, quality, timeless style and exceptional value. As America's oldest clothing retailer, Brooks Brothers has a long history of creating long-term relationships with both our Customers and our Associates.
The Senior Account Executive will directly report to the Senior Director of Sales and Merchandising, US Wholesale.
They will manage Select Major US wholesale Department Stores and Value channel accounts as a business owner driving to growth and profitability. They will lead with integrity, be curious, exhibit bias for action, and strive to continuously build trust with cross functional counterparts, as well as their retail partners. They will be responsible for seeking out new business within current matrices and growth avenues through new opportunities.
Responsibilities:- Major Department Stores and value channel accounts
- Net sales performance for accounts - OTB experience a must
- Accountability to sales and margin targets
- Building and maintaining strong cross-functional relationships
- Strategic and critical decision making
- Learn and be curious: Self-development
- 360-degree ownership of business
- New Business Development
- Forecasting accuracy – Promise and deliver
- 7-10 years managing better department stores with experience working on Dillards, Macy’s, or Nordstrom
- Value channel experience a plus
- Previous merchandising and product development experience a plus
- Proficient in retail analytics and merchandising – OTB knowledge and retail math skills a must
- MS Office – Proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint/Word integral
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High product taste level
- Someone who understands Sportswear and Tailored Clothing and has a willingness to learn about new businesses over time
- Travel up to 30% - Trade show experience and a willingness to learn and absorb new businesses over time a must
- A Hustle mentality with a can-do attitude and a large bandwidth for multi-tasking and multiple accounts
- Must be willing to roll up their sleeves and be comfortable with a fast-paced environment
- Digital Experience a plus