Senior Account Executive

Overview of Company

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 42 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, 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.

SUMMARY: SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Contribute to cultivation of new accounts and opportunities to expand business with existing accounts
● Identify and strategize means to penetrate new markets.
● Research and perform competitive analysis; monitor relevant trends and communicate to internal partners
where appropriate.
● Collaboratively develop line plan, in context of larger assortment and cost structure, and customize to each
customer; create and execute seasonal business proposals with suggested assortments based on marketplace
and customer base.
● Enter all customer orders and work with sales associate to ensure timely allocation and shipment of all
orders
● Collaborate with Merchandising, Design and Sourcing
● Interact strategically with PEI upper management
● Meet with retail buyers and upper management to present product deliveries on continuous basis and sell to
achieve set budgets for each accounts
● Partner with the planning department to ensure gross margin goals are achieved
● Build, manage, and deliver budgets and sales forecasts
● Develop and present assortments with strong recommendations
● Pre-meeting preparation with those involved to strategize sales opportunities
● Sales presentation set up/follow through including: meeting agendas and meeting recaps that are proactive
and results oriented
● Understand competitors strengths and weaknesses, look for the “white space” opportunities
● Inventory management - move ATS
● Manage showroom samples
● Ensure receipt of order distributions from customers and validate EDI orders. Notify Accounts of any
discrepancies
● Maintain open order reports-modify dates as needed with approval of sales manager and the customer
SKILLS:
● Thorough knowledge of Off Price market
● Strong relationships in Off Price market in ladies apparel
● Proficient with Google Drive/Applications or related software.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Excellent sales and customer service skills.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Strong presentation, negotiation and leadership skills
● Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
● Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
● Advanced knowledge of Retail Math

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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