Job Title: Retail Account Executive
Location: Utah or NYC based preferred
Company: Lola Blankets
About Us:
Lola Blankets is a premium provider of cozy, stylish blankets that bring warmth and comfort to every home. Our brand is expanding rapidly, and we're focused on building strong partnerships with retailers to bring our products to more customers in-store. We are looking for a Retail Account Executive to help drive this expansion by managing and growing our wholesale relationships and ensuring our products maintain the Lola brand image in retail environments.
Position Overview:
The Retail Account Executive will focus on expanding Lola Blankets' presence in retail stores by managing and growing wholesale partnerships. This role is largely commission-based, and will be responsible for identifying and engaging potential retail partners, driving sales through existing accounts, and coordinating with internal teams for smooth order fulfillment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a sales-driven mindset, and the ability to foster relationships that maximize sales potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and engage potential retail partners to expand Lola Blankets' presence in new stores
- Build and maintain strong relationships with current retail partners, ensuring they have the tools and support needed for successful sales
- Manage the wholesale sales process, from prospecting to closing, negotiating terms, and ensuring order fulfillment
- Collaborate with marketing and product teams to develop promotional materials and strategies for retail partners
- Track wholesale performance and provide feedback for improving sales strategies
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and contracts
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field
- 2-4 years of sales experience, preferably within retail or wholesale
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with retail buyers
- Strong negotiation skills with a results-oriented approach
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using CRM software
- A passion for retail and an understanding of trends in the home or luxury goods sector
Benefits
- Base salary (TBD) + commission
- $2K signing bonus (assumed to cover any WFH tech needs / computer)
- 21 days paid vacation + all federal holidays (except parts of Thanksgiving 🙂)
- Full health benefits
- 16 weeks of paid birth parent leave available. 8 weeks non-birth parent leave
- 55% off Lola Blankets for friends and family
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership roles within Lola Blankets