Temporary: Key Accounts Coordinator

**About the Job**

The Key Account Coordinator will assist the Manager in the execution of the sales and marketing strategy to achieve sales performance objectives for Safilo. An individual who possesses creative, and analytical capabilities is required to effectively balance program planning and execution, with post-program analysis & reporting. Key Account Coordinator must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally (Sales Operations, Marketing, Finance, etc) as working closely with internal departments is critical to execute programs across channels.

**Key Accountabilities (not limited to)**:

- Support the Manager with daily management of Safilo partners in the implementation of key account strategies for assigned channel.
- Manage the seasonal marketing calendars for each account and support the Manager in the definition/execution of brand growth strategies providing ideas for marketing and promotional campaigns.
- Act as the key point of contact with assigned accounts and groups to facilitate implementation of all commercial requests.
- Prepare business performance reports by account on a weekly basis assisting in the analysis of the business, and post-performance results of key marketing/promotional campaigns.
- Assist Manager in the planning, forecasting and allocation of marketing tools, such as sampling.
- Gather competitive intelligence and analyze relevant data (sales, competitor activity, pricing, etc.) with the direction of the Manager to assess the effectiveness of Safilo’s programs and initiatives.
- Assist in presenting seasonal collections to respective accounts; make recommendations based on sales performance, merchandising opportunities and trends.
- Identify and understand local trends and customer needs and translate them into strategic actions, aimed at developing and improving effective brands visibility and profitable growth for the assigned accounts working in collaboration with Management, Commercial Strategy and Planning and Sales Teams.
- Write recommended orders for some clients. Drive the business by identifying reorder and replenishment opportunities. Review all orders.
- Track and manage Purchase Orders to ensure timely and complete shipping; make sure that all units are allocated, invoiced and shipped to accounts.
- Ad hoc projects from Senior Management.
- Some travel might be required to train, prospect and analyze the business.

**Desired Skills and Experience**
- 2-4 years’ experience required.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Bilingual French and English (written and spoken)
- Excellent project management skills; highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Team player with ability to work cross-functionally and effectively communicate.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to perform business analyses.
- Highly motivated, self-starter individual who possesses a willingness to learn and a strong desire to establish and improve processes.
- Technologically savvy
- Proficient in Excel, and Microsoft MS Suite
- SAP experience a plus

Safilo is made in and made of Italy. Everything we do is steeped in Italian quality and craftsmanship, where creativity meets the needs of everyday life. Craftsmanship, innovation, passion, and profound know-how: these are the values that set us apart and allow us to create top-quality products with unique design and timeless style, with an eye on a more sustainable future. Today, we are reshaping the future of eyewear. A future powered by digital solutions, exciting new brand partnerships and unique business models that meet today’s consumers where they are and where they want to shop for eyewear. We have a vision beyond frames and our future looks bright - does yours? Come “see” for yourself.

Safilo is a dynamic company, which expresses its potential thanks to the efforts and passion of the people in it. Being part of our team represents a great opportunity to develop skills, to grow in an international environment, to participate in challenging projects and make a difference. We work to recognize and appreciate those who perform best, giving them concrete opportunities to grow in every corporate function, both nationally and internationally.