Free People Wholesale Sales Manager - Midwest Territory

Role Summary:

Free People is searching for a Wholesale Sales Manager to strategize the growth of sales volume, while elevating the customer base with properly branded boutiques and stores, for all areas they manage. They are accountable for the quality of work generated by their team and for the quality of accounts they sign on. The Wholesale Sales Manager will be responsible for the overall scope of the business, and anticipating steps that need to be taken to ensure goals are met consistently on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

Role Responsibilities:

Oversee Midwest specialty accounts.

Manage Midwest trade shows, samples and showroom upkeep as it pertains to Free People.

Collaborate with buyers to exceed sales and profit goals.

Maintain a consistent brand presentation for all Free People categories in partners' stores and online.

Manage highest level of PO fulfillment through consistent monitoring of order status and communication to buyers.

Effective oversight of EDI account orders.

Collaborate effectively with cross functional peers in merchandising, wholesale sales, and in store teams to communicate and execute.

Clear and articulate communication with upper management.

Drive the business by identifying reorder and replenishment opportunities.

Monitor market trends and identify future business opportunities and profitability.

Responsible for creating strategies to drive and grow sales on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

Maintain and grow current account business as well as consistently opening new accounts.

Create assortments targeted towards regional needs in partners' stores.

Have a global awareness of the Free People business.

Put the brand first and ensure that the integrity of the brand is always protected.

Be always willing to assist in other areas of the business with a hands-on approach when necessary.

Role Qualifications:

Passion for the Free People brand

7 plus years of wholesale experience

Strong relationships with buyers and leadership in the marketplace

Excellent presentation skills

Detail oriented and a creative thinker

Superior financial and analytical skills

Strong Excel skills

Inventory management system experience

Strong communication, organization and planning skills

Must work well in teams

The Perks:

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit

Pay Range:

USD $85,000.00 - USD $(phone number removed) /Yr.

EEO Statement:

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.

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