Account Manager

Description:

From humble beginnings in 1988, starting as a wholesale distributor based in New Zealand, Accent Group has had an incredible journey of growth throughout the decades. We now proudly have over 600 stores, over 20 brands and online platforms including; Platypus, Skechers, Hype DC, Vans, Dr. Martens, Subtype, The Athletes Foot, CAT, Merrell, The Trybe, Pivot, Timberland, Stylerunner, Palladium, Stance, and Saucony. Housing an extensive collection of iconic global brands, we pride ourselves on stocking the latest and greatest footwear and apparel. Our ranges are carefully selected so you can find a treasured iconic style or a newly engineered silhouette. At Accent Group, we value your ability to express your own personal style. Our Sneakers. Your story!

COVID-19 Candidate & Customer Update: We are committed to the health and safety of our teams, customers & the community. We have implemented a range of new health and safety measures across our stores, offices & warehouse including protective equipment, signage and social distancing procedures. During this time we may conduct our recruitment processes over phone or via digital channels. These measures are designed to slow the spread of COVID-19 and help protect our Communities.

About the role: 

We have an exciting NEW role available for an Account Manager to join our Wholesale & Hoka Team for our Victorian region. Reporting to the Operations Manager, your responsibilities will be to service and strategically manage growth of one of the world’s fastest growing running & outdoor brands, Hoka, within assigned wholesale networks. You will be responsible for the brand’s wholesale performance within your assigned territory.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Sell In future ranges and support accounts in delivering the brand strategies, product stories and key commercial objectives for each season.
• Create and maintain strong communication pathways with key personnel at all accounts.
• Build and support relationships where possible with retailers' surrounding networks – health professionals, running groups, personal trainers, events etc.
• Identify market opportunities, anticipate market challenges, operate thoughtfully and dynamically and in a manner consistent with brand guidance.
• Actively monitor/manage orders and stock levels to achieve positive sales outcomes for accounts and wholesale business and support sustained long term growth for the wholesale business.
• Ensure a great customer experience for your accounts by supporting and fine-tuning processes for sales, finance, marketing, and operations.
• Capacity to service whoever needs your assistance - from individual consumers in need of fitting or product guidance to key accounts conducting major buys.
• Work locally as part of your national team to support the negotiation and implementation of Accent Trading Terms and the wholesale businesses Key Commercial objectives.
• Manage costs of doing business. Account Managers must be diligent on all costs and act within budget and expectations for travel, samples, marketing, entertainment, helping to ensure profitability for the brand and wholesale business.