Associate Account Executive

Randa Apparel & Accessories Job Opportunity

Randa Apparel & Accessories is one of the world's leading fashion clothing and accessories companies, operating across 11 countries with a portfolio of 30+ iconic brands, including Haggar, Levi's, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Totes, Isotoner, and Columbia Sportswear. With over 100 years of industry leadership, RAA continues to produce exceptional products and services, delighting customers and empowering partners worldwide. From the #1 dress pant brand in North America to the #1 belt and wallet, RAA sets the standard for excellence and innovation.

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: Rosemont, IL

Salary Range: $57,000 - $65,000

Schedule: Hybrid Schedule (Monday-Wednesday in office, Thursday-Friday remote)

Position Summary:

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

Essential Job Functions:

• Support Sales Director Account Executives with client management and sales operations.
• Maintain tracking reports (e.g. Open Orders, Shipment summaries, customer selling) to help management uncover trends.
• Provide support with meeting preparation by putting together meeting prep documents including selling reports 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 additional responsibilities as needed and aligned with the scope of the role

Education/License Requirements:

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

General Experience Requirements:

• Required: 0-2 years of Sales or Buying experience, can include internships
• Preferred: Retail buying office or vendor/wholesale industry experience

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities (e.g. software proficiency, language, project management):

• Knowledge of "Retail Math"
• Computer literate in Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite products (especially Excel)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions/Physical Demands (e.g. lifting 50 lbs, travel requirements):

• Potential travel involved (less than 10%)
• Must be able to receive, lift, open, and unpack boxes containing product samples
• Must be able to represent Randa at various industry functions, community events, and business dinners.

Core Behavioral Attributes (e.g. Interpersonal and communication skills):

• Ability to problem-solve, multitask, and manage time appropriately
• Strong interpersonal & organizational skills
• Detail-oriented and excellent follow-through skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret information promptly
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and prone to act
• Highly motivated, professional, & dependable
• Contribute positively to the team dynamic
• Self-motivated to support the team
• Practiced in written and verbal communication

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."