ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Junior Account Executive

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Summary
Innovative, uncompromising, romantic, provocative, upholding the power of emotion and the touch of the human hand: these are all elements that describe the fashion of the house of Alexander McQueen. The brand is synonymous with modern British couture, renowned for its strong identity and celebration of unbridled creativity. Integral to the McQueen culture is the juxtaposition between contrasting elements: femininity and masculinity, fragility and strength, tradition and modernity. Under the creative direction of Sarah Burton, the house produces critically acclaimed collections, driven by unparalleled vision and respect for craftsmanship. Burton was made Head of Design for womenswear in 2000 and was appointed Creative Director in 2010. The luxury brand was founded by Lee Alexander McQueen in 1992. Among the greatest fashion designers of his time, the legacy of his work lives on.

Job Description

Your Opportunity:

We are currently seeking a Junior Account Executive to support our wholesale business across all categories – Men’s, Women’s and Kid’s. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team, based in New York City.

How you will contribute:

·  You will be cultivating an active dialogue with buyers and merchant teams regarding product, brand positioning and develop action-oriented proposals
·  You will be building strong relationships with business partners and buying teams
·  You will effectively manage Model W reorder program (monthly), ensuring the right stock is in the right place at the right time across retailers – in partnership with Account Executives
·  You will update sales analysis on a weekly basis; analyze shipping/tracking of delivery flow regularly to ensure detailed process to accounts.
·  You will be performing regular review of shipments for each account; partner with customer service and Account Executives to ensure timely fulfillment of all orders.
·  You must have great presentation skills and be prepared to present during market weeks or special events supporting of each season's collection during appointments.
·  Familiarity with the luxury department stores and specialty retailers
·  You will be assisting clients with any issues or troubleshooting to provide the best customer experience.

Your Skills & Experience:

·  Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, or relevant field
·  Experience in a luxury fashion company is required
·  Passionate about exceeding corporate goals and driving business through excellent execution
·  Ability to understand current market trends and buying psychology
·  Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
·  Advanced analytical skills (i.e. highly proficient in excel and retail math)
·  Excellent organizational skills
·  Strong communication skills both written and verbal
·  Ability to travel
·  Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Power Point, Excel

Job Type
Regular

Start Date
2022-03-28

Schedule
Full time

Organization
Alexander McQ Trading