Wholesale Trainee

Main Purpose

This position is responsible for providing support to the Loewe wholesale business in the Americas, reporting to the Wholesale Director and assisting in business development in the Americas. The trainee will assist in maintaining a high-quality brand image and supporting growth. This individual will support the team in managing relationships with existing clients, assisting in communication, and providing account care.

Area Commercial Performance

• Communicate with store staff, headquarters, and clients.
• Organize buying sessions and ensure partner attendance.
• Support EDI processes and maintenance.
• Support the return to vendor process.
• Help maintain the coop file, organizing and logging chargebacks.
• Aid in scheduling appointments, preparing expense reports, and assisting with travel booking.
• Provide copy information for clients.
• Manage sample trafficking.
• Support the management of lists, such as web store info, and partner contact lists.
• Assist with sales for DSM if necessary, including notes & orders after buying sessions.
• Support the overview of the DSM account if necessary.
• Support the Paris schedule (market appointments) & fashion show ticket requests.
• Help ensure delivery deadlines are met.
• Provide ATS for clients.
• Assist in the creation of reports and presentations.
• Analyze regional markets and competitors to build benchmarks for pricing strategies and wholesale.
• Build working relationships with internal and external business partners.
• Support the Director on the expansion plan implementation of LATAM and Mexico development.

Daily Management Operations

• Support wholesale accounts with overall store management.
• Ensure the highest quality level of presentation is achieved within the accounts.
• Network and build business relations and partnerships with Regional locations.
• Implement Loewe North America procedures and share best practices across all retail Locations.

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in business preferred
• 1-2 previous internships in Fashion Wholesale
• Basic knowledge of retail business and markets
• Good analytical, written, verbal, skills
• Ability to: deal with ambiguity, work under pressure, multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient Excel skills
• Excellent organizational skills and keen eye for detail
• Ability to: work in a team environment, strong organisation skills, ability to work under pressure and prioritize, good reporting and analytical skills with computer literacy
• Honest, flexible, autonomous, dynamic, open-minded and self-motivated
• Good communication and networking skills
• Language skills would be an advantage
• Entrepreneurial, open, inclusive, authentic with a modern approach
• A Loewe 'fan' who is passionate and motivated to drive an ambitious growth project forward

Pay and Benefits

The compensation for this position is from $20 hourly. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. In addition, there is a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks, and a retirement plan with employer contribution. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, and to perform essential job functions.