p>Key Responsibilities: • Own and manage a portfolio of premium apparel brand accounts as the primary partner and point of contact • Foster deep relationships with client teams, across design, merchandising, production, and leadership, to align brand vision with execution • Drive growth and profitability through account development, strategic planning, and identifying new business opportunities • Partner cross-functionally with internal design, product development, and operations teams to bring each brand's creative intent to life through high-quality product execution • Participate in seasonal line reviews, collection presentations, and client meetings, representing both creative sensitivity and commercial understanding • Manage pricing, costing, and margin negotiations with a balanced focus on design integrity and business targets • Monitor and guide order flow, forecasts, and delivery timelines to ensure excellence in execution and client satisfaction • Consult with brands on assortment direction, color stories, and product development opportunities, keeping a pulse on market trends and evolving consumer aesthetics • Resolve production or delivery issues swiftly and professionally, maintaining trust and brand integrity • Provide strong internal communication and reporting, including updates on account health, performance metrics, and pipeline trends.
Qualifications:
6+ years of experience in account management, brand management, or sales within the apparel or fashion industry Demonstrated experience working with contemporary or luxury apparel brands Strong understanding of apparel product development, sourcing, and production processes Deep aesthetic sensibility and ability to understand, articulate, and support the creative vision of premium brands Proven track record of growing accounts and managing multi-tier relationships Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills Solid commercial acumen, with comfort managing pricing, margins, and forecasts Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in a fast-paced, fashion-driven environment Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM or similar systems.
