Job Title: Associate Account Manager

Location: New York Office

Department: Account Management

Status: Full-time

Salary: $60,000-$65,000

Note that this range is representative of earning potential and actual pay will be based on skills, experience, and/or geographic location.

Who Is Winston?

A leading agency in the retail industry, Winston Retail Solutions not only provides retail merchandising and demo support, but a full suite of services including creative design and marketing, client account training, project management, tailored technical resources, and top-notch client service. Our passionate, talented, and hard-working team is responsible for retail presentations for top fashion, image, and lifestyle brands. As a fun and invigorating organization, we look for employees who are energetic and ready to influence the industry by working with apparel, footwear, and accessories brands. If youre ready to jump into an exciting career in the world of retail, were ready to work with you!

Job Summary:

The Associate Account Manager will be responsible for supporting the Account Executive with their high-profile brands/clients. This will be done through the following objectives with the help and support of the Account Executive leading the process:

Support the AE internally by handling all brand callouts, one off projects, and recaps

Drive program execution through specific tasks and projects, directed by the AE

Build client business with Winston by presenting and proving our results. Continuously communicate success stories to clients. Validate Winston impact at retail- weekly. Utilize SVR/Photo process to communicate success stories/opportunities to Winston and Clients

Utilize and strengthen the SVR/Photo process to visualize and communicate results

Communicate effectively to Winston Team (all departments), Field Merchandising Team, Retailers and Clients

Support Field Merchandising Team to resolve on-floor challenges with a positive, solution-oriented approach

Experience Requirements:

3-5 years of retail, wholesale, or branded apparel experience

BA/BS Degree or Fashion/Merchandising Degree

Previous work as a merchandise coordinator at an apparel company preferred

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following attributes:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent and proven presentation skills, both written and verbal

Computer skills including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, email, and the ability to master our field visit report/photo reporting system and utilize digital photography

Effective negotiating skills

Strong independent work ethic and business acumen

Ability to adjust to change regularly and be motivated by working with a variety of brands, categories and retailers

Strong project management skills

Must be exceptionally organized and excellent at time management

Ability to decipher data, analyze and draw sound conclusions that result in actionable results

Problem Solving and Decision Making:

Must be solution-oriented, with the ability to turn challenges into opportunities at retail via strong relationship building with both clients and internal associates

The candidate must also be willing to grow and work as an Account team member to elevate Winstons reputation in the marketplace

Must be willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done

Whats In It For You? (Benefits)

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401k
• Employee Discount program
• Wellness program
• Pet Insurance

At Winston, we are ALL IN!

At Winston, our strength comes from an abundance of some of the most diverse talent in the market and our distinctive skill sets. We revel in our uniqueness. We welcome change that makes us stronger. Our goal is to make everyone within the Winston community know that they are valued, respected, and heard every day. This also applies to our talented applicants, and we are proud of the fact that we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Winston Retail is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.