National Account Manager – Performance

Skechers National Account Manager

As the National Account Manager for Running and Performance Sports, you will be responsible for building strong relationships with retail partners, consumers, and the running community. Working closely with Sports Marketing and Product teams, this role brings the Skechers brand to life through retail presence, events, and regional activations. As a running expert, you will help to deliver engaging brand and product training to retail associates and focus on driving trial of Skechers RUN Footwear through grassroots events.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

This position serves as a key partner of the Skechers brand in the market, representing the company's commitment to the running sector. Whilst running will be a focus, this role will also help lead and develop our strategy for UK/Ireland Football, Cricket, Padel, Pickleball, and Basketball with the Country Manager.

What we're looking for:

• Proven track record of managing and delivering consistent results as an experienced National Account Manager or above.
• Experienced self-starter with strong negotiation skills and entrepreneurial characteristics
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with strong time management abilities
• Demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Highly motivated with a hardworking attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Works well independently, as well as within a team
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to understand the sport of running and empathize with runners to develop authentic relationships at retail and the running community at large
• Ability to analyze and identify trends, to recommend new ideas to drive strategies and efficiencies.
• Knowledge and understanding of competition law.
• Running, Sports, or Athletic industry experience highly preferred
• Run Club athlete with passion for running and or work experience within the running community.

This role is field-based (travel approximately 80% of your time) and will involve domestic and international travel as and when required. Valid driver's license and clear driving record are also a requirement.

Skechers offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A fun and dynamic work environment
• Product discount
• Free onsite parking

Find out more about our benefits and perks once you've applied! This is a great opportunity to join us and make a positive impact. If you feel you can be a true brand ambassador for Skechers, apply now.

About Skechers: Skechers, a global Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent over 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Be You - Feel Welcome: Skechers recognizes the importance and power of diversity within our business. We ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent, and promote equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or health conditions, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions as detailed above.