National Account Director

Grit | We’re hungry, we hustle, we pivot. We’re still at the stage where everyone has to pitch in at the warehouse on occasion. No egos. 

Pursuing excellence | Getting better every day- moving swiftly when adjustments need to be made. 

Team orientation | We view our coworkers, customers and vendors as partners. Transparent and cross-functional is how we work. 

Boldly innovative  | We didn’t get here with a “this is how it’s done” mindset. We welcome ideas, creativity and we embrace obstacles as opportunities. 

Nimble | Our ability to chase trends and move quickly has led to our success, but also means very little is concrete. We aim to preserve this agility as we grow and look for people who can thrive when things are moving quickly.

Our Team & Success | Gameday Social is a South Dakota based fashion brand- for women, by women. Founded by Jael Thorpe in 2021, and an officially certified woman owned company, we aim to “elevate the social fan experience through licensed collaborations.” We have grown rapidly through innovative design, outstanding quality and developing key retailer and licensing relationships across the country. 

1. Account Ownership & Strategy

• Manage a portfolio of strategic national retail accounts.
  
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to meet annual sales and margin goals.
  
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and communication.
  
• Apply B2B consumer goods industry knowledge to tailor account strategies to the specific dynamics of the retail and wholesale landscape.
  

2. Sales Execution & Forecasting

• Lead annual line reviews, promotional planning, and seasonal assortment strategies.
  
• Monitor and report on sales performance, forecasts, and inventory levels, adjusting strategies as needed.
  
• Partner with the demand planning and operations teams to ensure timely fulfillment and replenishment.
  

• Lead contract negotiations, pricing discussions, and program terms in partnership with finance and leadership.
  
• Identify and pursue growth opportunities within existing accounts and explore new strategic partnerships.
  
• Use industry-specific insights to identify whitespace opportunities for our B2B products within national retail chains.
  

• Work closely with marketing and product teams to customize programs and deliver compelling sell-in presentations.
  
• Coordinate with customer service, logistics, and EDI teams to ensure operational excellence.
  
• Support trade show and buyer meeting participation as needed.
  
• Provide coaching and mentorship for junior account managers.
  

• Provide account performance insights through sales data, margin analysis, and competitive benchmarking.
  
• Maintain account scorecards and provide internal recaps and post-mortem reporting on key campaigns and launches.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
  
• 5+ years of national account management experience specifically within the B2B consumer goods, apparel, or wholesale retail sector.
  
• Proven success managing large accounts and driving revenue growth.
  
• Strong analytical skills with experience in sales forecasting, POS analysis, and inventory planning.
  
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM/ERP tools (e.g., Apparel Magic, ZoHo).
  
• Ability to travel 20–30% as needed for buyer meetings and market events.
  
  

• Strategic thinking with a growth mindset.
  
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management.
  
• Results-oriented and self-motivated.
  
• Adaptability and comfort in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
  
• B2B retail skills, such as co-op marketing, margin support, Retailer compliance
  
• Maintain account scorecards and provide internal recaps and post-mortem reporting on key campaigns and launches.