Junior Account Executive

About Perry Ellis International
Perry Ellis International, Inc. is a leading designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality men's and women's apparel, accessories and fragrances. The company's collection of dress and casual shirts, golf sportswear, sweaters, dress pants, casual pants and shorts, jeans wear, active wear, dresses and men's and women's swimwear is available through all major levels of retail distribution. The company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, owns a portfolio of nationally and internationally recognized brands, including: Perry Ellis®, An Original Penguin by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR® and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel. Additional information on the company is available at www.pery.com.

About the Role:

Perry Ellis International is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic recent graduates to join our Sales team as a Junior Account Executives. In this role, you will support experienced Account Executives and Vice Presidents of Sales in building and maintaining strong relationships with our department store accounts, with a focus on golf apparel. You will gain valuable experience in sales, account management, and the fashion industry, with opportunities to contribute to key account strategies and drive business growth. This is an ideal role for someone with a passion for golf and an interest in developing a career in sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Account Support: Assist Account Executives in managing relationships with assigned department store accounts, focusing on golf apparel sales.
• Sales Analysis: Analyze sales data, track performance against targets, and identify trends and opportunities within the golf category.
• Product Knowledge: Develop a strong understanding of our golf apparel products, including key features, benefits, and target markets.
• Meeting Preparation: Support Account Executives in preparing for client meetings, including gathering materials, creating presentations, and coordinating logistics.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with internal teams and external clients, responding to inquiries and providing timely updates.
• Inventory Management: Assist in tracking inventory levels of golf apparel and collaborating with internal teams to ensure product availability.
• Market Research: Conduct market research to stay informed about competitor activities, industry trends, and customer preferences within the golf apparel market.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative support to the sales team, including managing schedules, processing orders, and tracking expenses.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
• Strong academic record with a demonstrated interest in sales and account management.
• Golf experience: Experience playing golf at a competitive level (e.g., college golf team) or working in the golf industry (e.g., pro shop, golf course) is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment.

Legal Disclaimer:

Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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