National Account Executive

JOB TITLE

National Account Executive

LOCATION

London (Covent Garden)

ABOUT US

VIEVE means ‘Full of Life’ and this ethos is at the core of the brand. Beauty with personality that inspires everyone to express themselves with newfound confidence and ease.

VIEVE is born from an innate passion for artistry and a deep understanding of the positive impact makeup can have. It’s high performance, aspirational yet accessible, created by makeup pro and beloved beauty digital creator, Jamie Genevieve.

We live by our values of Respect, Inspire & Own It , Together.

Join us at VIEVE and become part of a vibrant and inclusive team dedicated to empowering individuals through beauty and self-expression. 

ABOUT THE JOB.

The National Account Executive will assist in the development and execution of UK Retail Strategy. Reporting to the Head of Commercial you will work across various departments supporting commercial and driving retail excellence. This is a varied role touching on all aspects of Beauty Commercial from retail reporting to VM and Trade Marketing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Retailer Relationship and Execution

  • Be the main point of contact for all our retailers and partners– and answer any day to day queries
  • Foster strong relationships with customers and external partners to drive business growth
  • Assist in the execution of sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and expand market reach
  • Conduct regular store visits in line with business needs

Product Launches

  • Manage the full product launch cycle from New Line Form, Samples, Ordering, Visual Merchandising (instore and online) to post campaign performance analysis

Stock Management

  • Stock file management including weekly stock checks
  • Communicate with retailers any BIS or OOS
  • PO Tracker Management

Internal Relationships

  • Work collaboratively with Marketing for any competitor activity and reporting
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of promotional campaigns, events and product launches.

Administrative Support

  • Provide administrative support to the sales and commercial team, including order processing, invoicing and customer inquiries.
  • Collate Weekly & Monthly Sales Reports
  • Provide Monthly Sales Commentary

Ad-Hoc Business

  • Support Head of Commercial on any other ad-hoc projects
  • Work with Head of Commercial to provide support on overall business needs

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Previous experience within Beauty is preferred
  • Previous experience in a sales support or commercial assistant role is preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

ABOUT YOU

  • Results driven and high attention to detail
  • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
  • Excellent communication and collaborative skills , with a customer-centric mindset
  • Willingness to learn and adapt, with a proactive and results-orientated approach
  • Excited about joining a fast-paced and challenging environment, and true passion for Beauty.
  • Available to commute to central London at least twice per week.

WHAT VIEVE OFFERS YOU

  • Work Life Balance – we offer hybrid working, enhanced family leave and sick pay, 25 days holidays plus bank holidays and your birthdays off.  Plus you can even bring your dog to work!
  • A Great Team – we pride ourselves on our friendly culture and welcoming environment.  We have regular social get togethers if that’s your thing. 
  • Rewards – we offer a competitive salary, a generous staff discount on VIEVE products, private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions. 
  • Great location - in the heart of Covent Garden (although we are up 2 flights of stairs!)
  • Exciting opportunities - for growth and development in a rapidly expanding brand. 

WORKPLACE & DIVERSITY

At VIEVE, we value diversity and inclusivity, recognising the beauty that comes from bringing together individuals with different backgrounds and perspectives.  We welcome passionate individuals who are eager to join our exciting journey of growth and innovation. 

If you are interested in applying for a role with us and need any accommodations or assistance for any physical and/or mental disabilities, throughout the recruitment process, please state that in your application. 

INTERVIEW PROCESS

First Stage Interview – with Head of Commercial and one other (from 1 week – 10 days from successful submission of CV)

  • Virtual
  • Initial Interview about your experience and relevancy to the role
  • Answering initial questions on the role

If successful to the next round a small task will be set

Second Stage – with Head of Commercial and one other (from 1 week – 10days from first interview; based on availability)

  • In person
  • Initial Excel Test
  • Presentation of small task
  • Q&A based on the task
  • Further Q&A on the role