Junior Account Executive Sales Intern - Midwest at Lyssé New York

Description

BUSINESS

At Lyssé New York, we reimagine wardrobe essentials through the lens of elevated comfort, purposeful design, and modern femininity: Fabric. Fit. Fashion. Inspired by the strength and versatility of women everywhere, our collection moves with you—literally and emotionally. From smoothing leggings to mindful jackets and flowing dresses, each piece is engineered for a polished silhouette with all-day wearability. We merge style and innovation, using proprietary fabrics and thoughtful tailoring to deliver transformative fit and confidence-boosting wardorbing.

With offices in NYC and Indianapolis, Lyssé is available through lysse.com, select high-end boutiques, and major retailers such as Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Saks Off 5th, Dillard’s, and QVC, among others. Our growing omnichannel presence is powered by a loyal following and a dedicated team passionate about building an inclusive, forward-thinking fashion brand with impact.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Junior Account Executive Sales Intern to support wholesale growth and account management across the Midwest territory. This role offers hands-on experience in sales outreach, event coordination, and customer service. Key responsibilities include outbound communication to prospects and current accounts, new business development, sample distribution, and pipeline building. The intern will also assist in coordinating trunk events and trade show participation, provide account support for wholesale partners, and contribute to the rollout of our Loyalty Program through upselling initiatives. This is a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in regional sales and wholesale operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and sustain relationships with both new and existing clients within the fashion industry.
• Collaborate with the Territory Director to regularly assess shipments, orders, sales, stock levels, and merchandising.
• Lead sales initiatives by scheduling, managing, and executing market activities within the showroom to drive business with current clients.
• Focus on acquiring new clients, organizing events, reaching out to companies and organizations to enhance brand visibility, and driving marketing and sales efforts.
• Develop and execute strategic road travel and cost-effective plans in partnership with seasonal goals, Account Manager, and store needs.
• Attend and host trade shows and relevant in-season events, including regional and smaller hotel shows within your territory. Eventually, recruit and train independent Sales Consultants for potential trunk shows in our studio or local areas.
• Explore new business opportunities and markets for expansion and visit stores where potential engagement could lead to new openings.
• Continuously manage key customer accounts and ensure strong, ongoing relationships.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the regional market, including trends, competitive landscape, and customer preferences.
• Knowledge industry-specific practices, products, and standards relevant to fashion.
• Familiarity with managing and nurturing client relationships, including key account management.
• Knowledge of techniques for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Strong organizational abilities for managing multiple tasks, projects, and priorities efficiently.
• Recent graduate or currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data manipulation.
• Proficient in Windows - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Familiarity with CRM systems (preferably Salesforce).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong sense of style and polish, with a passion for relationship-building.

Benefits:

• Gain hands-on experience in sales processes with a dynamic sales team.
• Hands-on experience in event/trade show planning within the fashion and retail industry.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and gain valuable mentorship
• Flexible work schedule, career growth opportunities