Celine Account Executive, Wholesale
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $80,000–100,000/year
- Department
- Wholesale, Commercial & B2B Sales
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
About Celine
Founded in Paris in 1945 by Céline Vipiana, Celine is a storied French luxury house renowned for its modernist elegance, exacting craftsmanship, and quietly powerful vision of contemporary style. As part of LVMH, the Maison offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a global brand while remaining rooted in Parisian heritage, artisanal excellence, and creative discipline. Celine seeks individuals who combine cultural sensitivity, precision, and entrepreneurial spirit across design, merchandising, retail, operations, and corporate functions. The house fosters an environment where talent is expected to uphold exceptional standards, shape refined client experiences, and participate in the continuing evolution of a distinctive luxury identity.
Celine Account Executive, Wholesale in New York—temporary B2B sales role managing luxury retail partnerships. $80–$100K annual.
Role & Responsibilities
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with major and specialty retail accounts across the US, supporting both men's and women's shoes and ready-to-wear business lines
- Analyze fiscal and style selling performance on weekly, monthly, and seasonal bases to identify revenue-driving opportunities
- Optimize seasonal assortments and buying strategies to ensure balanced inventory that aligns with company positioning
- Monitor and analyze shipping and delivery flow weekly to ensure timely, seamless fulfillment to accounts
- Manage in-season assortment changes, coordinate markdowns, returns, and product exits while supporting market week preparation
- Lead and present at seasonal market appointments, conduct product knowledge clinics, and support retail events and activations
- Execute order entry and closing processes for six annual buying sessions, including order processing, receipt generation, confirmation delivery, and timely cancellation communication
- Develop and achieve agreed-upon sales targets through comprehensive budget forecasts and performance tracking
- Build customized assortments by door and region in partnership with buying teams and management during market periods
- Maintain competitive intelligence and strategic awareness of market competitors and their positioning
- Facilitate daily communication with buyers across department and specialty stores to strengthen partnerships
- Collaborate with visual merchandising teams on in-store activations and promotional initiatives
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of fashion buying or wholesale experience in a premium or luxury environment
- Advanced knowledge of department stores, specialty boutiques, and American retail landscape with established buyer relationships preferred
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Skypad, and Joor
- Strong analytical and retail mathematics capabilities
- Supervisory or management experience
- Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, domestically and internationally
- Flexibility to accommodate retail schedule requirements including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of fashion buying or wholesale experience in a premium or luxury retail environment. Candidate must demonstrate advanced comprehension of department stores, specialty boutiques, and American retail trends with established buyer contacts strongly preferred.
Education
Not specified
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 80,000 to USD 100,000 per annum.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability coverage; various paid time off programs; employee discount and perks; retirement plan with employer contribution.
Culture
Celine cultivates a refined, exacting workplace where creativity, discipline, and a deep respect for Parisian elegance shape every decision. As an employer, it values craftsmanship, cultural awareness, and strong individual ownership, offering teams an environment that is both demanding and inspiring within the world of luxury fashion.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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