ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Summary 

Nipkow & Kobelt is a family company established in 1946 serving the textile needs of its customers by curating a one-of-a-kind stock line and working with customers to develop fabrics that fit their unique needs.  We are looking for a full-time Account Executive to help us better serve our existing customers and to identify and engage with new customers.  We offer a competitive base salary and commission, paid holidays, company-paid health care plan, 401K with company match, phone allowance and most importantly, opportunity for growth.  Come join our team at NK Textile!  

Job Description 

We are looking for a high-performing Account Executive to help us meet our customer acquisition and revenue growth targets by keeping our company competitive and innovative. Successful candidates will be responsible for maximizing sales potential and meeting sales goals. 

Responsibilities 

• Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with design and purchasing teams to understand their needs 
• Identify and cultivate new relationships with prospective customers  
• Providing excellent customer service to clients 
• Achieve growth and sales targets by successfully maintaining and growing accounts 
• Execute sales strategy through initial calls, meetings, presentations and negotiating sales  
• Work with sales manager to set and meet goals for successful customer relationships, increased sales opportunities with existing customers while building a pipeline of new customers  
• Driving sales to the showroom through outside sales presentations 
• Produce and routinely update target account lists of clients and sales strategies for each account 
• Promptly following up on all client inquiries  
• Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status to grow revenue streams while maintaining revenue base 
• Cultivating and maintaining an industry network and attend relevant client and industry events 

Requirements 

• BFA, BS, or equivalent experience 
• Successful previous experience as a sales representative consistently meeting or exceeding targets 
• Preference will be given to candidates with athleticwear or athleisure sales or development experience
• 2-3 years outsides sales experience required  
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, organizational and analytical skills 
• Proven ability to work with a team  
• Strong business sense and industry expertise 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn new platforms as needed