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Account Executive, Prestige (NJ, DEL, PEN)

Puig puig.com Open · verified Sep 21, 2026
Middlesex County Mid-level Account Executive

At a glance

Mid-level Account Executive role at Puig. Middlesex County · $90,000–$105,000 base.

SalaryStated by Puig
$90,000 – $105,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleAccount Executive
SeniorityMid-level
LocationMiddlesex County
Base pay$90,000–$105,000
Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Build sales plans for New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware accounts, then track progress against seasonal targets
  • Review sales patterns and shopper behavior to find growth opportunities across major retail doors
  • Balance staffing, merchandising, activations, and account budgets so each location can perform fully
  • Train, coach, recruit, and develop Beauty Advisors and Makeup Artists in partnership with Education
  • Strengthen retailer relationships while coordinating promotions, brand presentation, and store-team resources

What you bring

  • At least five years selling beauty, fashion, or luxury products through department-store or specialty accounts
  • Experience educating in-store teams, supporting selling, and using brand stories to build customer connections
  • Ability to interpret sales reports, communicate clearly, and collaborate with internal partners
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
  • A driver’s license, dependable transportation, and readiness for travel covering up to sixty to seventy percent

Who this fits

You’ll suit a field-led retail role focused on prestige beauty, store relationships, team coaching, and account growth. The position covers New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware and requires a Tuesday-to-Saturday schedule, with weekend and holiday flexibility. Most work happens in stores and with retail partners, including overnight travel. The stated base salary is $90,000 to $105,000 annually.

From the employer

Who we are

Puig is a home of Love Brands within a family company that furthers wellness, confidence and self-expression while leaving a better world. For more than a century, our entrepreneurial spirit and passion for creativity have made us a challenger in the premium beauty industry.

With 17 Love Brands across Fragrance and Fashion, Makeup and Skincare, we create stories that connect with people’s emotions and are powered by a global team of over 13,000 passionate professionals. With products sold in more than 150 countries and €5,042 million in net revenue in 2025, and guided by strong values and sustainability commitments, Puig continues to grow as a Home of Creativity: an open-minded space where Creators Of All Kinds are empowered to thrive, innovate and express who they are.

The Opportunity

The Account Executive, Prestige, is a key partner within the Northeast territory, overseeing New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware while consistently driving and exceeding seasonal sales goals across major retail partners. This role goes beyond delivering results, it’s about cultivating strong, lasting relationships and identifying strategic opportunities to grow the business in meaningful ways. Working closely with store teams, retail partners, and cross-functional internal stakeholders, the Account Executive brings strong product knowledge, clear communication, and a collaborative approach to every interaction. With energy, passion, and a genuine enthusiasm for the brands, this individual ensures that Puig Prestige brands, Carolina Herrera, Rabanne, and Jean Paul Gaultier, are represented with excellence and impact, inspiring retail teams and elevating the customer experience at every touchpoint.

What you'll get to do

Sales & Strategy

  • Lead your territory by developing and executing thoughtful sales strategies that not only meet but exceed financial targets across key accounts
  • Regularly analyze sales trends and customer behavior to uncover actionable insights and drive sustained business growth
  • Oversee performance across doors by ensuring each location has the right mix of staffing, merchandising, and activations to reach full potential
  • Manage budgets and allocate spend strategically for each account, ensuring alignment with Puig’s financial and operational guidelines
  • Build momentum at retail through in-store events and tailored promotions that excite both teams and customers

Education & Team Development

  • Design and implement local training initiatives in partnership with the Education team that support both sales goals and brand standards
  • Provide hands-on coaching to Beauty Advisors and Makeup Artists, helping them build product knowledge, selling confidence, and customer connection
  • Motivate teams by fostering accountability, recognizing strong performance, and leading through brand storytelling and example

Relationship Building & Retail Partnerships

  • Serve as a key point of contact and trusted partner for store managers, corporate retail stakeholders, and internal cross-functional teams
  • Collaborate closely with Visual Merchandising and Store Design to ensure brand presentation is impactful, consistent, and aligned with current campaigns
  • Proactively identify and address business needs, from promotional planning to team resourcing, to keep performance on track
  • Lead recruiting, onboarding, and development of in-store talent to strengthen retail teams, improve rankings, and grow Puig’s brand presence

We'd love to meet you if you have

  • 5+ years of sales experience in beauty, fashion, or luxury retail supporting department store or beauty specialty accounts
  • Experience supporting in-store teams through product education, selling support, and strong brand storytelling
  • Comfort reviewing sales reports and identifying opportunities to support business growth
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • A collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams
  • A passion for prestige beauty and delivering elevated client experiences
  • Flexibility to work weekends and key holidays as needed
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Availability to work a Tuesday- Saturday schedule with flexibility on weekends and holidays, as required in a retail-driven environment
  • Comfort working in a primarily field and in-store based role, spending the majority of time supporting retail partners and teams on the ground
  • A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel up to 60-70%, including overnight travel

We welcome Creators Of All Kinds. If you are unsure of meeting all the requirements but trust you have the transferable skills to excel in this role, complete the application and our teams will get in touch if you are selected for an interview.

Compensation Data

As required by New Jersey State’s salary transparency law, effective November 2022, the expected base salary for this position ranges from $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 annually. Various factors are considered when extending offers, such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, PUIG offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, hybrid work environment, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US

  • An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
  • A range of learning and development opportunities
  • An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
  • A competitive compensation & benefits package

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