Associate Account Executive

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future.

A global powerhouse with over 100 years of expertise, Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) is one of the world's leading apparel and lifestyle accessories companies, operating a portfolio of 30+ brands across all channels of distribution. RAA produces exceptional products and services, delights our customers, and makes our partners successful. We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

Apply today and fashion your future with RAA.

Location: Bentonville, AR

Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days remote)

Position Summary:

Assists in maintaining account relationships and sales operations under the direction of Account Executives and above.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support Account Executives with client management and sales operations.
• Maintain tracking reports (e.g. Open Orders) to help management uncover trends.
• Provide support with meeting preparation by putting together meeting binders and preparing product samples. May attend client meetings and document meeting notes.
• Execute daily sales functions, including preparing internal production orders to begin 'go to market' process of bringing product to stores.
• Communicate and update clients with the status of their orders and resolve issues in partnership with Distribution Centers and other departments as required.
• Coordinate with the E-Commerce team in uploading accurate product descriptions and photos on Randa's E-Commerce platform.
• May act as a liaison for the flow of information between sales, design, distribution, merchandising, accounting, and overseas factories, among others.
• May assist in analyzing sales to identify important trends to drive incremental sales and find opportunities in the marketplace.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience

• Required: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent degree/experience

• Required: 0-2 years of experience in Sales or Buying experience, can include internships

• Preferred: Retail buying or vendor/wholesale industry experience; Experience with Walmart/Sam's Club databases, including Retail Link, Supplier One, Supplier Quote, and ISAM.

• Skills & Capabilities:

• Basic computer skills

• Computer literate; working knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)

• Knowledge of "Retail Math"

• Strong organizational skills

• Travel & Physical Requirements:

• Potential travel involved (less than 10%)

• Ability to receive, lift, open, and unpack boxes containing product samples

• Ability to represent the company at industry events, community functions, and business dinners

• Behavioral Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through

• Highly motivated, professional, dependable, and action-oriented

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and collaborative team contributor

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

What we Offer:

• Competitive base salary.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Three weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment.
• Company provided life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid parental leave.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options with low employee contributions.
• Commuter benefit plan.
• Optional supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, and accident & critical illness insurance offered at a group discount rate.
• 401(k).
• Unlimited access to our award-winning online fitness, and wellness program.
• A great place to work, fast-paced, with terrific career growth.

"The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Randa management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary."

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