Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

The Strategic Key Account Manager will be part of a cross-functional account team supporting one of the largest sporting goods retailers globally. This role will be based out of our Amsterdam office,  managing the European business across footwear and apparel. The Strategic Key Account Manager will work closely with the regional and global teams to develop and drive growth, in line with our global lifestyle and account strategy plans. Ideal candidates will have previous experience working with Key Accounts, and excellent knowledge of the footwear industry and the European sporting goods marketplace.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the footwear and apparel categories for the selected Strategic Key Account.
• Develop close working relationships with the Strategic Key Account to deliver long-term sustainable growth through opportunities within the brand, category, and account strategies.
• Work closely with the marketing team to deliver best-in-class campaigns, by elevating the brand across all consumer touchpoints.
• Partner with the business planning team to monitor sell-out and order book conversion, providing accurate financial forecasts to the wider business and seasonal forecast alignment ahead of pre-line and sell-in meetings.
• Work closely with the merchandising team to ensure the correct assortment is available for the account across all categories, through inline and SMU, and from both short and long-term perspectives.
• Work closely with wider cross-functional teams (finance, logistics, customer service) to ensure the Strategic Key Account’s priorities and processes are being met.
• Drive and evolve the account strategies in line with global ambition with the relevant regional nuances on a seasonal basis.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Previous experience working in the sporting goods or fashion industries, within footwear is a bonus, and at the key account management level.
• Affinity to the brand and sneaker industry.
• Previous experience of working in large global corporate organisations, with vast cross-functional departments.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills combined with a strong can-do attitude. 
• Proactive approach to communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in English. Proficiency in another language is a bonus.

BENEFITS:

• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
• Discount on health insurance
• 8% holiday allowance
• Flexible Working Hours
• Pension Scheme
• 25 days Annual Leave per year
• Up to €250 travel allowance each month
• Hybrid working
• Employee Discount
• Work from-home allowance
• Home working equipment
• Sports subscription via OneFit
• Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year
• Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment.  We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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