Account Executive; Remote - Carolinas​/Charlotte

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine.

• Execute assigned sales and marketing strategies by developing account plans and maintaining a profitable business.
• Travel extensively throughout designated territory, calling on all assigned running specialty accounts; weekends sometimes required for key events.
• Attend key retailer and channel events such as trade shows and conferences.
• Provide the highest level of service and technical expertise from sell‑in to sell‑through.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with accounts and internal stakeholders to drive business.
• Manage all aspects of the wholesale account list, including product presentations and trainings, business planning, order entry, operational tasks, order book management, shop merchandising, and sell‑through planning.
• Achieve annual sales volume and channel distribution targets.
• Deliver all orders by booking deadline.
• Provide weekly account updates and sales tracking to the Channel Sales Manager.
• Identify and cultivate new running specialty accounts within the territory.
• Provide product and brand training throughout the territory to drive sales.
• Proactively manage the order book with the Sales Support Rep on a daily and weekly basis.

• College degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of outside sales experience, preferably in the running and/or sports industry.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the running specialty channel.
• Former competitive high school or collegiate runner preferred.
• Ability to travel extensively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Comprehensive, current experience and knowledge of running footwear and apparel, including competitive brands.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI).
• High level of energy and professionalism.
• Exceptional follow‑through and organizational skills.
• Ability to convincingly present product and brand using PowerPoint and spreadsheet tools.
• Efficient time‑management skills with ability to multitask and focus on primary business objectives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

The hiring range base pay for this position is $82,000–$111,315, plus bonus and benefits.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA, and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.