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Job description
Full-Time | Hybrid – 4 Days Onsite | Midtown Manhattan, NYC
Base Salary: $170,000–$180,000 + 15% Performance Bonus
We are partnering with a leading global apparel and lifestyle organization to identify a Sales Director – Intimates & Sleepwear to lead the North American wholesale business across key department store and retail partners.
This person will own major account relationships, drive seasonal sales strategy, oversee financial planning and forecasting, and lead the business from sell‑in through sell‑through. The ideal candidate brings deep experience within intimates and/or sleepwear , strong department store relationships, and a proven track record of growing wholesale businesses.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the North American wholesale sales strategy for the intimates and sleepwear business
Own and develop relationships with key department store and retail partners
Drive seasonal sales planning, account strategy, forecasting, bookings, and shipment goals
Analyze sell‑in, sell‑through, inventory, and overall account performance to identify opportunities and risks
Partner with customers on assortment planning, product opportunities, and business growth strategies
Identify and develop new business opportunities while continuing to expand existing accounts
Manage and provide direction to Account Executives, agents, and sales representatives
Partner closely with Brand Management, Marketing, Planning, Production, Merchandising, and Client Services teams
Present seasonal collections, strategies, and business reviews to both internal leadership and external customers
Maintain a strong understanding of the competitive landscape, consumer trends, and the intimates/sleepwear market
Qualifications
10+ years of apparel wholesale sales experience
Direct experience within intimates and/or sleepwear strongly required
Strong experience managing major department store and retail accounts
Proven success driving revenue growth and managing a wholesale business
Strong understanding of retail math, forecasting, inventory, sell‑through, and seasonal financial planning
Experience leading and developing sales teams
Strong presentation, negotiation, relationship‑building, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to travel as needed
This role is ideal for a senior wholesale sales leader who understands the intimates/sleepwear category , knows how to manage high‑level retail partnerships, and can balance relationship management with strong financial and analytical ownership.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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