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Full-timeDescriptionSportiqe is looking to add one more Account Manager to our Sales team before our Fall booking window begins. If you are motivated, results-driven, and ready to hit the ground running with sales in an Account Manager role, then this position is for you!
All candidates must complete the Aptive Talent Assessment to be considered for this role. This will be sent to you once your application is submitted.
Sportiqe has been in business for 19 years and continues to set new standards in the apparel industry. We serve as a trusted partner to premium corporate brands, resorts, professional sports, music and entertainment markets. At Sportiqe, we create unique, comfortable, and trend-right licensed apparel that embodies freedom, courage, and passion. We're a full-service lifestyle apparel brand delivering unique products backed by our 100% comfort guarantee.The Account Manager works with others to maintain existing client relationships and drive revenue growth through strategic account development.
Strong communication and professional rapport is key! Daily tasks include making outbound calls and presenting Sportiqe products to meet sales targets; working with internal partners to problem solve and provide solutions; and offer white-glove customer service throughout the process. This is a full-time on-site role based in our Tempe, AZ office. 5-10% travel annually is required.Requirements
Who You Are for the Team - Account Manager
- You have at least 1 year of experience in customer service, client relationships or inside sales. Preferred experience as an Account Manager for B2B wholesale clients or in apparel related sales.
- Basic sales knowledge through work experience, education, training or certifications.
- You’re an effective communicator (written & verbal) with organizational and presentation skills that will help contribute to the overall success of this role.
- Proven experience hitting monthly quality, performance, and/or sales metrics consistently. Including implementing feedback and making changes as directed.
- Highly organized with attention to detail in how you manage your time and handle accounts.
- Strong ability to build rapport. Listen, ask effective questions, share Sportiqe’s compelling story, and provide ROI to build growing partnerships with our clients.
- Resilient and Positive. You can take several no’s to get to a yes, stay composed in the face of conflict, and handle hiccups with ease creating comfort for our clients.
- CRM experience, and tech/software savvy. Proficient in Google Suite, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and other sales and organizational tools. Zoho experience a plus!
- You have the ability to travel about 5-10% for your assigned accounts.
- Preferred experience and understanding with apparel and screen print design sales and business development.
How You Will Contribute - Account Manager
- You are confident in taking action and are self motivated.
- Passion for delivering value to customers consistently.
- Uncover customer needs and present the proper solution by demonstrating knowledge of Sportiqe’s products and value propositions.
- Skillfully negotiate and close deals with customers, while setting the correct expectations for the next steps and fulfillment.
- Organize and maintain fall bookings, spring bookings, hot market, and facilitate other quick turn needs throughout the season.
- Care for accounts; giving them speedy and attentive customer service, collaborating with Sales Support, and other internal teams through proactive communication and follow-through to create and deliver white-glove customer experience.
- Work closely with Sales Leaders on specific house accounts.
- Continue to adapt and grow in this role; be willing to learn and improve.
- Analyze data to track key account performance, identify trends, and develop actionable insights for strategic decision-making while adhering to deadlines.
Why You’ll be Excited to Work at Sportiqe - Account Manager
The Account Manager has an opportunity to grow within the sales team and evolve for the person who embraces our core values, has a strong drive for results, and desire to take on new challenges. Our people are our passion, and we invest back into our team. We incorporate our core values of teamwork, can-do attitude, integrity, respect, evolve and fun into everything we do. In addition to offering a community of awesome people to work with, you'll also receive the following:
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and HSA
- 4% 401K match
- Generous PTO and sick time including birthday PTO
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Continuous learning, wellness, and professional development
- Free clothes!
- Team building activities, paid volunteer hours, and other corporate events
Check out more at https://www.sportiqewholesale.com/Building a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success. We welcome people of all different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.Whether you apply with us or not, please be mindful during your career search. Sportiqe will never contact you via text to set up an interview or provide an offer letter. We will never extend an offer without conducting in-person or virtual face-to-face interviews. If you're unsure if you've received a legitimate request, please contact us directly to verify.Salary Description$48-50k annually
