Account Manager - Retail Entertainment - Los Angeles, CA, United States

Fanatics Collectibles is looking for an Account Manager, Retail Entertainment to help maintain, grow and modernize our sales process to drive our business goals and improve the consumer experience. The Account Manager, Retail Entertainment will report to the Director, Retail Sales and will simultaneously own and/or engage with several high-impact initiatives. This role can expect to 1) in conjunction with the Director, Retail Sales own the sales strategy for Entertainment trading card products, 2) identify, qualify and on board new Entertainment retail accounts 3) be intimately involved in product operations to ensure accuracy, on-time fulfillment, and a positive customer experience. The ideal candidate is an excellent problem solver, communicator & operationally focused individual. Candidates with a passion for Entertainment, culture, & sports will likely find themselves a strong cultural fit. We are open to remote candidates for this role, though some travel will be required

Responsibilities:

• Support larger strategic initiatives to drive increased Retail sales by identifying, qualifying, on boarding and growing new retail entertainment accounts through a consultative sales approach.
• Maintain and grow existing relationships with accounts to further generate sales, optimize customer experience, and track business results
• Build expertise in Fanatics Collectables retail products and be up to date on market trends and competitive dynamics impacting the industry
• Manage multiple logistics tools (ordering, product release calendars, product sell sheets, account lists) to ensure accurate and timely execution of key programs
• Collate & summarize business reports and create presentations to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences (peers, senior leaders and/or accounts) on high priority initiatives and programs
• Collaborate with other business managers to scope projects, creatively solve problems, set attainable goals, and track / measure KPIs
• Create compelling sales presentations and influence buying decisions.
• Effectively guide new and existing accounts through best merchandising practices 

Ideal Candidate: 

• 5-7+ years of work experience, with 4-5+ years of experience in related sales positions
• Consumer products & national account sales experience preferred
• Demonstrated track record of exceeding goals in a consultative sales capacity
• Knowledge of trading card environment, including direct sales and distributor environment is a significant advantage
• Strong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to overcome objections and close new business
• Must be detail oriented, highly organized, and maintain both a sense of urgency & good attitude in day-to-day operations and workflows 
• Demonstrated ability to build accounts from initial introduction through expanded planogram placement with ability to negotiate and influence buying decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written/oral) with proven ability to succeed in a team environment and work collaboratively with all internal stakeholders 
• Strong computer skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint essential; Access and Oracle ERP experience desirable

 

In Los Angeles, the salary range for this position is $95,000-$115,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. For other remote locations in the US, the salary range is $85,000-$105,000.  The Los Angeles salary range is specific to Los Angeles and may not be applicable to other locations and the other remote location salary range may vary by region. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. The company ignites the passions of global sports fans and maximizes the presence and reach for hundreds of sports partners globally by offering innovative products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans, a global partner network with over 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, teams, players associations, athletes, celebrities, colleges, and college conferences, and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail business stores.  
As a market leader with more than 18,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives. Apply