Key Account Associate Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN (NOW HIRING)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Serve as primary liaison between Key Account Executive and cross-functional areas
• Assist in the execution of long-term and annual sales plan, new account goals and fiscal budget
• Work with cross-functional areas including Operations, MP&A, Sales Operations and EDI Order Management as needed.
• Prepare reports and analyze orders and contracts on a weekly basis. This includes entering and maintaining contracts in D365
• Help to ensure all Vendor Guide requirements are being reviewed and followed.
• Ensure the orderly flow of orders, inventory (including D365 Contracts) and VAS requirements as mutually determined by Key Accounts are being adhered to
• Evaluate, summarize and share with management successful sales activities, sales trends, special account information or issues and any follow-up action needed
• Provide a high level of customer service while simultaneously managing multiple projects and tasks for a variety of accounts and situations
• Help educate others on Key Account needs, whether through regularly scheduled meetings or one-off training sessions

• High school graduate. Associates or Bachelor's degree in sales, marketing, communications, business or related field or equivalent experience preferred
• 3+ years sales, marketing and/or customer service experience
• Project management experience preferred
• D365 experience preferred
• Ability to travel

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of gift and apparel industry a plus
• Strong desire and ability to serve customers and solve problems
• Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office, with strong excel experience or knowledge.
• Strong project management, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong ability to interact with inside and outside customers in situations that require confidence, tact and resourcefulness
• Strong team player
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to be forward thinking
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced office environment
• Skilled at prioritizing work, communicating discrepancies and following up after meetings.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment. Utilizing an office desk - sitting, reading, listening, or speaking with the ability to move intermittently throughout the day
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phones
• Occasional overnight travel as required

We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families. Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.

Health Benefits

Vera Bradley offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family's health care needs.

• Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible spending accounts

Survivor Benefits

Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.

• Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance

• Accidental Death and Disability insurance

• Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children

Income Protection

If you are unable to work due to illness or injury Vera Bradley provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.

• Short-term disability

• Long-term disability

Retirement Plan

The Vera Bradley 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement

• 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)

• Strong line up of professionally managed funds

• Safe-harbor plan design

Paid Time Off

Enjoy generous time off programs.

• Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more

• 9 paid holidays a year

• Paid bereavement leave

Give Back Opportunities

Vera Bradley offers the opportunity to serve your community.

• Voluntary Time Off

Holistic Wellness

• Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts

• Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services

• Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement

Product Discount

• Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley products

Ancillary Benefits and Programs

• Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility and individual policies through Aflac

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled

Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer.

Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For more information, please click the following links:

Vera Bradley's Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Policy

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in English)

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in Spanish)

Pay Transparency (in English)

Pay Transparency (in Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster

Right to Work Poster (English)

Right to Work Poster (Spanish)

California Privacy Notice

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment application process, please send an e-mail to applicationassistance@VeraBradley.com. Please include the accommodation you are requesting and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation and other EEO/Affirmative Action issues will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Our intention is to fill this opening within 30 days of the original posting date and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the position is filled.

Base Pay Range:

Vera Bradley's compensation ranges are based on market data and comply with all local, state and federal regulations. Individual pay within the listed range depends on work location, skills, experience, and relevant education. The posted salary reflects base pay only and excludes bonuses, equity, or other incentives, if applicable.