Account Executive (Robert Graham)

It all started with the shirt. Then came the buzz, followed by a groundswell of fans and admirers. Since 2001, Robert Graham has captivated consumers with an aesthetic experience that transcends the ordinary. Each piece is an unconventional work of art designed for an individual who exudes confidence and a distinctive identity. Today, Robert Graham creates four menswear and women’s wear collections a year: spring, pre-fall, fall and resort. The men’s wear collection consists of sportswear, premium denim, furnishings, and outerwear. The women’s wear line consists of sportswear tops and outerwear with plans of expansion into additional categories. Robert Graham now operates freestanding stores in locations including Houston, Las Vegas, Boca Raton, Palm Beach Gardens, Short Hills, New Jersey and Columbus Circle in New York City. The brand also sells at luxury department stores and boutiques including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdales nationwide, and Harry Rosen throughout Canada. Robert Graham has retail presence in more than a dozen countries around the world and has showrooms located in New York City, Los Angeles, Dallas, Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Dusseldorf

The Account Executive will manage off-price accounts for Robert Graham and Saks Fifth Avenue Label, contributing to sales strategies, brand promotion, and customer relationship management. This role supports the Director/VP of Sales and collaborates cross-functionally to drive growth and profitability.

Strategy & Innovation

• Develop and execute seasonal business proposals and line plans.
• Identify new market opportunities and expand existing accounts.
• Conduct competitive analysis and monitor market trends.
• Present product lines with strong merchandising insight.
• Collaborate on product development tailored to client needs.
• Forecast sales and inventory; analyze data to inform decisions.
• Analyze weekly sales and stock levels to identify issues or opportunities.

 Customer & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with accounts.
• Serve as liaison between customers and internal teams (Sales, Design, Production).
• Ensure brand positioning and strategic initiatives are communicated and executed effectively.

 Operations

• Oversee order management, shipping, and fulfillment.
• Partner with operations to resolve pricing, shipping, and extension issues.

 Leadership & Teamwork

• Coach junior team members in sales and presentation skills.
• Share best practices and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
• Support talent development and retention.

 Key Skills & Attributes

• Strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Strong merchandising and presentation capabilities.
• Relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience with off-price retail and department store accounts is a plus.

• Outgoing
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, highly meticulous.
• Strong analytical skills and fluency in retail math
• Strong excel skills.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in wholesale apparel sales
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with SAP a plus

• In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401 (k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation. 

   

  Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000

   

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