Free People Wholesale Account Executive

Overview

Collaborate with buyers to exceed sales and profit goals. Maintain a consistent brand presentation for all Free People categories in partners stores and online.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and grow current account business as well as consistently opening new accounts
• Drive the business by identifying reorder and replenishment opportunities
• Have a global awareness of the Free People business
• Create assortments targeted towards regional needs in partners stores
• Effective oversight of EDI account orders
• Be always willing to assist in other areas of the business with a hands-on approach when necessary
• Collaborate with buyers to exceed sales and profit goals
• Monitor market trends and identify future business opportunities and profitability
• Responsible for creating strategies to drive and grow sales on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Clear and articulate communication with upper management
• Collaborate effectively with cross functional peers in merchandising, wholesale sales, and in store teams to communicate and execute
• Manage to highest level of PO fulfillment through consistent monitoring of order status and communication to buyers
• Responsible for the overall scope of the business; anticipate next steps that need to be taken to ensure that goals are met consistently prior to the month and within the month
• Put the brand first and ensure that the integrity of the brand is always protected and always represents the brand
• Maintain a consistent brand presentation for all Free People categories in partners stores and online

Qualifications

• Strong relationships with buyers and leadership in the marketplace
• Passion for the Free People brand
• Excellent presentation skills
• Inventory management system experience
• 5 plus years of wholesale experience
• Must work well in teams
• Strong communication, organization and planning skills
• Superior financial and analytical skills
• Strong excel skills
• Detail oriented and a creative thinker

The wage range for this role is $X to $X. Wages are based on several factors, including, but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, etc.

Urban Outfitters, Inc. celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.

Location

Los Angeles, CA; Dallas, TX; Chicago, IL