Independent Account Executive

POSITION DESCRIPTION The commission based Independent Account Executive will represent Akola by building our wholesale network within your region. In addition to that you will: Manage and grow existing account relationships Analyze distribution and expand NE territory business Responsible for meeting and exceeding quarterly, seasonal and annual sales goals Manage monthly sales projections and position to goals Must have an understanding of selling and inventory reports in order to develop a plan to proactively affect sales Participate in seasonal markets and tradeshows Develop road work plans and be able to travel to accounts for store appointments, events and product knowledge seminars Lead business with best practices in respective space Create proposed assortment plans and market prep sheets for each key account prior to markets to ensure best performers Provide regular feedback on product performance Participate in seasonal product projections together with Director of Sales and sales team Manage and serve customers to ensure all orders are on-time and any potential account or shipping issues are proactively resolved Mitigate any customer concerns, complaints or issues, including product defects, issuing RA’s, territory conflicts, etc. Manage sample logs and needs Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level of education/training that demonstrates the required knowledge and experience 5+ years sales experience in the apparel, accessories and/or footwear industry Must have established relationships with key retailers in the Eastern United States Must have an understanding of the apparel, footwear or accessories marketplace Must be a self-starter, solution focused and a proactive problem-solver Must be comfortable on the phone and in person Must have great communication and follow-through skills Must have a positive attitude and want to be part of an entrpreneurial environment and be team-focused Ability to multi-task, and work well across divisions Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong presentation skills Travel required All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Akola ("she works") is empowering 400 women from various walks of marginalization with dignified work to become change-makers in the lives of their 4,000 children and entire communities. 100% of product revenues are reinvested in Akolas social mission to train, employ and empower women globally. Akola is a community of makers, wearers and supporters who, together, are changing lives for generations to come.