Culver City, CA
27 days ago
Account Manager - The Merch Collective

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The Merch Collective is a boutique music merchandising company representing top Artists in touring, eCommerce, and retail channels has an immediate opening for an Account Manager.

We are seeking an Account Manager that must be comfortable with minute management of detail and be able to interface effectively and professionally with Client management and senior team. Additionally, must have ability to multi-task and successfully coordinate simultaneous activity for those clients within multiple internal company departments and functions.

What you'll do:

Client Relationship Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring the highest level of service through open lines of communication and a deep understanding of their needs. Engage with clients regularly, focusing on building a productive relationship that leverages TMC's resources to optimize revenue streams through innovative products, designs, and strategies to enhance client relationships and fan satisfaction. Attend in-person client meetings, shows, pop-ups, and other events whenever opportunities arise to strengthen relationships and enhance client accounts.

Account Leadership

Act as the internal representative for all matters related to accounts. Funnel all client information into and out of the company promptly, clearly, completely, and accurately. Identify and address issues or delays swiftly, collaborating with internal teams to resolve in a timely manner. Actively share successes, challenges, and failures with internal teams to facilitate learning, improvement and opportunity.

Strategic Planning and Reporting

Collaborate with internal departments to develop quarterly and yearly calendars of initiatives and product releases including but not limited to: Tours, VIP, eCom Releases, eCom Promotions, Pop Up Shops, Retail, Collaborations and Client Anniversaries. Send a monthly Pipeline detailing upcoming client plans, tasks and challenges for the month to Executive Leadership.

Project Management

Collaborate with department heads and their teams to set realistic deadlines on client projects. Regularly check in with internal teams to ensure client needs are being met or exceeded, projects are on track, and deadlines are being met. Oversee workflow to ensure all internal departments, systems, and third-party associates are on schedule for successful client project execution. Oversee and audit costing, quotes, and invoicing related to clients.

Account Health and Quality Assurance

On a Quarterly and Annual basis, included in the Pipeline, discuss each client, what has changed, how yearly plans / projections are going, and how best to achieve and potentially exceed projections. (January, April, July, October) Collaborate with internal teams to develop year end reports on overall account health for assigned clients. Review and audit monthly warehouse reports to ensure accurate client billings, state of inventory and opportunities to move, donate or destroy excess or stale inventory. Review weekly eCom sales reports and Tour settlements to keep pulse on channel performance. Who you are: 3+ years’ experience in similar role in music merchandising Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Extremely organized with acute attention to detail Analytical experience - inventory analysis is a huge plus Ability to communicate well both written and verbally Must be able to multi-task, delegate responsibility and tasks and be flexible toward fast-moving project deadlines Professional attitude and willingness to accept challenges An interest in music, fashion and pop-culture a definite plus! Basic knowledge and experience in Adobe Photoshop and Shopify a plus, but not required Work experience in music and/or fashion industries. What we give you: You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day   A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best  An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching  Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans  Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.   The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next   Time off for a winter recess

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