Based in Southern California with an expertise in lifestyle brands that span the Surf, Skate, Snow and street cultures, Liberated Brands is a design, manufacturing, distribution, marketing and brand building platform with a global footprint extending to more then 60+ countries worldwide. The Liberated Brands platform originated with Volcom, the boardsport inspired lifestyle brand that was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Costa Mesa, CA with offices in France, Australia and Japan.
Overview: This role will work closely with Liberated Brands Sales Executives in overseeing day to day sales department needs with a focus on Opex/Capex Budget Management, Commissions review, Contract Management, Event Planning and overall planning and execution of the sales calendar. This position will support the Liberated Brands portfolio, including Volcom, Spyder, Prince Off-Court and other pending brand partnerships. They must have a passion for working independently in a fast paced and dynamic environment, taking initiative and extreme ownership are a must.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Work with cross functional finance, accounting, sales and sales operations teams to build and manage Sales Operating Expense budget process and files to support the following: Sales Executives, Sales Managers, Retail Merchandising, Sales Promotions, Sales Operations and Visual Merchandising for US, Canada and Latin America - Liberated Brands
Host monthly budget actualization meetings with Sales Executives and Sales Management
Provide FP&A teams with monthly accruals and expense allocation
Implement a detailed Project Management process to ensure all key deliverables in Sales and Merchandising Calendars are met, identify key stakeholders and detail process to project completion for multiple brands.
Compile Monthly sales reporting for Sales Executive team, including Monthly Business Review Decks and others as needed.
Sample Coordination
Drive Sample Process for wholesale channel by working closely with Merchandising and Sales Operations Team to project, and receive seasonal samples efficiently
Apparel, Swim, Footwear, Accessories and Outerwear
Assist with Catalog Shoot Line and Showroom Line Coordination
Receive, and Oversee Prep of Showroom Samples
Manage Sample storage area including seasonal sample shifts, movement of goods to warehouse
Manage shipping and receiving samples to and from Key Accounts and Reps for photo shoot and line showing needs
North America, Latin America Sales Reps
Support Independent sales reps with seasonal needs, assets, samples and sell in programs
Compile and update sales rep information for shipping, commissions
Special Projects as needed:
Liaison between departments and/or partners for projects as needed
Key Event Planning, Sales Ambassador Gifting
Manage Technology and Hardgoods for digital sales tools: iPads, Elastic Suite Uploads
Plan and organize in person and virtual sales meetings, web calls and trade shows
Hotel and Venue Negotiation and Liaison
Travel Bookings
Budget Management
Meals and Entertainment Management
Provide timely departmental correspondence for any general / key issues
Coordinate Logistics for the sales team including: Flights, hotels dinners for tradeshows, sales meetings, retailer events, sample shipments etc.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university preferred
3+ years of experience supporting executive level management
Prior sales experience a plus
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Individual should have the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Prior accounting experience is a plus
Computer Skills
Advanced skills in MS Excel including advance macros, pivot and power pivot, and ability to merge several different reporting outputs into a singular and useable document
Strong in MS Word, Outlook
Must have Experience with Full Circle Software
Elastic Suite
Office 365
Zoom and Microsoft Teams
PERKS:
Collaborative culture with amazing family vibe
Discounts on Volcom Merch
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (majority employer paid)
401k, including employer contribution
Surf and Snow Team Building Days
Summer Half Day Fridays
Paid Time Off
Referral Program
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact Volcom Customer Service to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process: 1 (855) 330-0188 or customerservice@volcom.com.
