Contract type
Location
Northbrook, IL
Specialty
Salary
$75K-$85K DUE
Remote
Yes
Reference
490702
Contact name
Cristina Sparkman
Account Executive needed for growing beauty brand. THIS is SELL IN, not sell through(NOT a field sales and education account executive role) this is working with retail buyer/merchants directly at corporate for WalMart and TikTok beauty US accounts
The role is remote ONLY if you currently live in IL, AK or CA. Do not apply if you don’t currently live in these states!!!
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Account Executive to support the day-to-day management and growth of our Walmart and TikTok US retail accounts. This role plays a critical part in driving retail sales, executing key account strategies, and ensuring operational excellence across all areas of the business. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of retail fundamentals, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and possesses a collaborative mindset to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners.
What you’ll do:
Sales & Account Management:
• Support the Account Lead in executing retail sales strategies to drive growth and achieve financial objectives across Walmart and TikTok US.
• Analyze POS data, dotcom performance, and promotional event sales to identify opportunities and optimize performance.
• Coordinate and evaluate account-specific promotions, proposals, and co-op agreements to maximize ROI and support budget targets.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying trends and providing actionable insights to internal stakeholders.
Retail Operations & Execution:
• Assist with item setup processes, ensuring all SKUs are accurately onboarded and maintained across internal and retailer systems.
• Manage online product pages including copy, digital assets, samples, and overall content compliance per retailer guidelines.
• Support promotional execution by maintaining ad calendars, submitting promotional plans, and tracking effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Trade Marketing, Supply Chain, and Creative) to ensure flawless execution of account needs including planograms, display trackers, and in-store or online initiatives.
• Organize and maintain calendars of key launch dates and ensure all assets are ready and routed for timely item launches.
• Assist in the development of sell-in tools such as market meeting decks, presentation packs, and other retailer-facing materials.
Forecasting & Supply Chain Coordination:
• Partner with internal forecasting and supply planning teams to ensure accurate demand planning and inventory alignment for both everyday and promotional business.
• Track and communicate inventory risks, constraints, or shifts in demand to proactively resolve potential issues.
Required