Key Account Sales Support Specialist

Job Title

Assist Key Account Executive Manager, Key Account Executive and Sales Operations Manager in the execution of our fiscal sales plan as it relates to our Indirect channel of distribution.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Serve as primary liaison between Key Account Executive and cross-functional areas
Assist in the execution of long-term and annual sales plan, new account goals and fiscal budget
Work with cross-functional areas including Operations, MP&A, Sales Operations and EDI Order Management as needed.
Prepare reports and analyze orders and contracts on a weekly basis. This includes entering and maintaining contracts in D365
Help to ensure all Vendor Guide requirements are being reviewed and followed.
Ensure the orderly flow of orders, inventory (including D365 Contracts) and VAS requirements as mutually determined by Key Accounts are being adhered to
Evaluate, summarize and share with management successful sales activities, sales trends, special account information or issues and any follow-up action needed
Provide a high level of customer service while simultaneously managing multiple projects and tasks for a variety of accounts and situations
Help educate others on Key Account needs, whether through regularly scheduled meetings or one-off training sessions
Education And/Or Experience

High school graduate. Associates or Bachelor's degree in sales, marketing, communications, business or related field or equivalent experience preferred
3+ years sales, marketing and/or customer service experience
Project management experience preferred
D365 experience preferred
Ability to travel
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge of gift and apparel industry a plus
Strong desire and ability to serve customers and solve problems
Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office, with strong excel experience or knowledge.
Strong project management, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
Strong ability to interact with inside and outside customers in situations that require confidence, tact and resourcefulness
Strong team player
Proven problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to be forward thinking
Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Flexible, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced office environment
Skilled at prioritizing work, communicating discrepancies and following up after meetings.
Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Office environment. Utilizing an office desk

sitting, reading, listening, or speaking with the ability to move intermittently throughout the day
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phones
Occasional overnight travel as required
Benefits

Incentive eligible position, based on achievement of company and store metrics
Opportunity to serve your community by taking advantage of volunteer paid time off
Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley products
Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement.
Holistic wellness program providing no cost access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts
DailyPay option for wage payment
401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (service and age requirement)
Ancillary Benefits including pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus and much more!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled
Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer.
Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Base Pay Range: $21.11 - $31.68