Confidential · 4 days ago
Director, National Accounts
Confidential company is looking for a Director, National Accounts – Wholesale to lead the strategy, growth, and execution of their largest retail partnerships. This role requires a seasoned commercial leader to manage key account relationships, drive sales performance, and create scalable processes for the wholesale function.
Marketing & Advertising
Responsibilities
Build growth plans for key national accounts, covering revenue, assortment, pricing, and promotional strategy
Translate company objectives into simple, actionable account frameworks
Identify whitespace and test new programs or merchandising opportunities
Serve as the primary lead for major retailers, managing buyer and planner relationships with clarity and credibility
Pitch programs, negotiate pricing and promos, and influence merchandising decisions using data and category expertise
Deliver clear, concise business reviews and insights to leadership
Own forecasting, OTB inputs, replenishment, and seasonal planning for each account, partnering closely with the Planning and Production teams
Troubleshoot with Wholesale Operations when, EDI errors, shipment timing, inventory gaps, etc. occur
Maintain tight reporting and communication to keep teams aligned
Manage SKU mix, promotional calendars, and retail presentation to maximize sell-through
Analyze weekly performance to identify risks or opportunities and move quickly on adjustments
Partner cross-functionally to ensure that assortment, pricing, and marketing moments land cleanly at retail
Create simple, repeatable processes for forecasting, reporting, and promotional planning
Improve visibility with clean dashboards and consistent communication rhythms
Help build the wholesale function through documentation and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
7+ years in wholesale, retail, or account management, ideally within consumer goods or accessories
Proven success managing account relationships and delivering against sales goals
Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting sell-through data and forecasting inventory needs
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment