Key Account Executive - West Coast
Description: Manage all aspects of sales within your defined account base for your division(s). ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS ? Meet/exceed annual sales quota ? Develop a seasonal/annual business plan (by account) that details growth objectives, category objectives, distribution objectives, and promotional plans ? Determine and sell the most effective merchandise mix and prepare stock to sales plans (by month) where appropriate ? Participate in all meetings, trade shows, conferences, events, as required by management ? To represent SKECHERS professionally to all accounts within your territory. ? To work effectively with the brand managers to maximize SKECHERS distribution within your account base. ? To develop a coverage plan that services your account base and maximizes sales/distribution. ? Submit all reporting, as required by management ? Perform all responsibilities in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES ? Perform additional responsibilities, as required by management SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES ? No Requirements: Proven track record of successfully meeting/exceeding sales and margin goals Experienced in their field - Self-starter/motivated, results-orientated with strong negotiation/entrepreneurial characteristics Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication/time management skills Demonstrated aptitude for problem solving Ability to prioritize/manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail Valid driver license and clear driving record Lift and carry samples, sample bags, and marketing materials Travel required (approximately 80%) EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ? Bachelor?s Degree in Business, Communication, Marketing or related field ? 5 years of wholesale footwear territory sales experience ? Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, proprietary software, retail math Benefits:x ? Paid Parental Leave: including time for fathers and adopting parents. ? Short term & long term disability and life insurance at no cost to the employee. ? Extensive medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple carries, including EPO, HPN and PPO plans. ? Competitive 401k plan and employer matching. ? Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) offerings. ? Paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday time. ? Pet Insurance available. ? Onsite wellness programs at company headquarters including fitness classes, acupuncture, and chiropractor. ? Employee stock purchase program ? Employee product discount of 50%; employee sample sales and family and friends discount throughout the year. Apply Job!