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Sales Lead - Men's Footwear
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Company Description
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
Position Overview
As the Sales Lead for Men's Footwear, you will be responsible for driving sales growth and brand presence in the men's footwear category. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, market analysis, and strong leadership skills to effectively manage and expand our men's footwear business.
Key focus to include:
· Develop and implement growth plan for account base with focus on Large Dept Stores
· Ensure high level of professional and proactive communication with all accounts to drive business towards plan achievement
· Manage integrated support plan (Account Services, Retail Development, Marketing) for key accounts
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sales strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets for men's footwear
- Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to inform product assortment and pricing decisions
- Collaborate with design and merchandising teams to ensure product offerings align with market demands
- Lead cross functional internal team meetings to align goals of Men’s Footwear department
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts and retail partners
- Monitor competitor activities and identify opportunities for market share growth
- Work closely with marketing to develop effective promotional strategies and campaigns
- Regularly report on sales performance and provide insights to senior management
Experience, Skills & Knowledge
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales, preferably in the footwear or fashion industry
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
- Experience in leading teams with strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong background in account management, sales analysis and building client relationships
- Familiarity with retail operations and merchandising practices