Sales Consultant

Vera Bradley

Sales Consultant managing and growing wholesale specialty territory for Vera Bradley. Responsible for developing partnerships, driving sales growth, and brand representation while traveling weekly.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $89,900 - $123,650 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic account management and business development within the specialty retail sector, focusing on building partnerships and driving sales performance. Proficient in utilizing CRM tools and analyzing market trends to enhance retail success and brand representation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strategic Account ManagementBusiness DevelopmentSales Performance AnalysisCRM UtilizationRetail Training

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Hard Skills

Sales Performance AnalysisBusiness ManagementVisual MerchandisingProduct Knowledge TrainingSeasonal Marketing Initiatives

Soft Skills

Exceptional ServiceRelationship BuildingConsultative SellingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

CRMMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Specialty RetailFashion AccessoriesTerritory Growth PlanIn-Store EventsBrand Ambassador

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and grow an assigned multi-state wholesale specialty territory through strategic account management and new business development
Develop trusted partnerships with independent specialty retailers by providing exceptional service and business consultation
Conduct regular in-store visits to review business performance, identify opportunities, and support retail success
Present seasonal collections and assist retailers in developing assortments that maximize sales and profitability
Analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and product trends to make recommendations that improve sell-through
Train store associates on product knowledge, selling techniques, and seasonal marketing initiatives
Provide visual merchandising guidance to ensure stores present the Vera Bradley brand consistently and effectively
Plan and execute in-store events and activations that drive consumer engagement
Identify, prospect, and open new specialty retail accounts that align with Vera Bradley's distribution strategy
Maintain an active pipeline of qualified prospective accounts and execute a disciplined territory growth plan
Utilize CRM and sales reporting tools to document customer interactions, opportunities, and sales activity
Attend trade shows, sales meetings, store events and training programs as required
Represent Vera Bradley professionally while acting as a brand ambassador within the territory

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in sales, business administration or related field or equivalent experience
3+ years business management experience preferably in fashion accessories, or specialty retail sales is preferred
Experience and knowledgeable with tools such as a CRM, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point or related tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Benefits
Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending accounts
Survivor Benefits
Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen
Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
Accidental Death and Disability insurance
Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children
Income Protection
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Retirement Plan
The Vera Bradley 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement
401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
Strong line up of professionally managed funds
Safe-harbor plan design
Paid Time Off
Enjoy generous time off programs
Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
9 paid holidays a year
Paid bereavement leave
Give Back Opportunities
Voluntary Time Off
Holistic Wellness
Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts
Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services
Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement
Product Discount
Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley products
Ancillary Benefits and Programs
Bonus opportunity
Identity protection
Legal services
Pet insurance
Cell phone discount
Employee referral bonus
Annual birthday gift
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