Kering Eyewear Wholesale Sales Assistant

New York USA

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Kering Eyewear, a distinguished subsidiary of the Kering Group, stands as a paragon in the luxury eyewear sector. As part of a global luxury conglomerate, Kering Eyewear designs, develops, and distributes an exquisite portfolio of 13 brands, including proprietary names like LINDBERG and Maui Jim, alongside illustrious houses such as Gucci, Cartier, and Saint Laurent. Founded in 2014, Kering Eyewear has swiftly ascended to prominence, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within the luxury fashion industry.

1. Support account executives with logistical, operational, and administrative tasks for department store accounts, focusing on the Maui Jim brand.
2. Create and update sell-out reports, purchase order logs, and allocation logs to support the sales team.
3. Analyze weekly sales reports, track Maui Jim business performance, and assist in identifying reorder opportunities.
4. Assist with market preparation, including linesheet creation and NuOrder setup, and participate in client appointments when possible.
5. Collaborate with operations and customer service teams to process, update, and track customer orders, ensuring timely communication of updates to the sales team.
6. Manage order entry, processing, and follow-up to ensure accurate and timely product delivery.
7. Regularly communicate with customers regarding purchase orders and shipping status, providing information and resolving issues promptly.
8. Coordinate sample distribution to and from accounts.
9. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal teams, including customer service, marketing, field team, planning, and credit.
10. Manage e-commerce assets and copy for each season, arrange seasonal sample shoots, and monitor product accuracy on websites.
11. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product offerings and represent the Kering brand with professionalism.

1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. 1-2 years of relevant work experience

1. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
2. Strong problem-solving abilities
3. Excellent communication skills
4. Analytical and data-driven mindset
5. Attention to detail
6. Organizational skills with the ability to multitask
7. Relationship-building skills with retail partners
8. Flexibility and adaptability under pressure
9. Experience with Skypad and NuOrder is a plus

1-2 years of experience in a relevant role within the industry.

Bachelor’s Degree

The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000 per year, with a discretionary bonus.

The role offers a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment with opportunities for talent development and internal mobility within a global luxury group.

Kering is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, valuing diversity in all its forms, including gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. The company promotes a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity, encouraging employees to express their talents and adapt to a changing world.