Wholesale Coordinator - Johnston & Murphy

The Ideal Candidate

The Wholesale Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Johnston & Murphy wholesale business. This position is responsible for managing a range of operational and administrative tasks that ensure the seamless execution of wholesale activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with multiple departments, including Sales, Marketing, Design, Development, and Logistics, as well as external partners and sales representatives.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Product & Category Support
  • Coordinate merchandise and operational needs for assigned categories (e.g., footwear, accessories, apparel)
  • Support seasonal merchandise forecasting and buy processes
  • Liaise with sourcing teams to ensure timely delivery of product and samples
• Data & Reporting Management
  • Maintain wholesale reporting using vendor portals (e.g., Jesta, PAX, Cognos)
  • Analyze large datasets to provide actionable insights to internal stakeholders
  • Track sales performance, forecasts, and shipping status across accounts
• Sales & Account Coordination
  • Maintain accurate wholesale account door lists and sales rep territory alignments
  • Support internal accounts and direct-ship vendor relationships
  • Assist with territory budgeting and execution of special account initiatives
• Sample & Event Logistics
  • Coordinate wholesale sample shipments for trade shows, vendor previews, and internal meetings
  • Organize and maintain the wholesale sample closet
  • Assist with showroom installations and support seasonal sales meetings (travel may be required for major trade shows such as Chicago, Atlanta, and NYC)
• Sales Tools & Platform Support
  • Collaborate with the wholesale marketing team to communicate seasonal product stories
  • Proof and manage line sheets, pricing, and product content on NuORDER (B2B platform)
  • Ensure sales tools are accurate, timely, and aligned with go-to-market strategy

Experience and Skills You'll Need to Have

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in wholesale, merchandising, or related fields
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools (e.g., Cognos, Jesta, PAX)
• Familiarity with wholesale platforms such as NuORDER a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel for trade shows and sales meetings as needed