Posted August 29, 2026
Sales Manager
Carter's
Indianapolis, Indiana 46262, United States
Full-Time
95000.00 - 130000.00
Reference: 3162907305
Carter's is seeking a Sales Manager to drive growth within our manufacturing and apparel channels. In this role, you will lead a sales team focused on baby and children's clothing for retail, e commerce, and wholesale partners. You will develop territory plans, set targets, and manage key accounts, using data to forecast demand and optimize product mix. Partner closely with merchandising, production, and logistics to ensure on time delivery and strong in store/online execution. You'll coach and develop your team, build long term customer relationships, and represent Carter's family-focused, inclusive culture in every interaction.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coach a sales team to achieve revenue and profitability targets
- Develop and execute territory and account plans for retail, e-commerce, and wholesale channels
- Manage key customer relationships and negotiate pricing, terms, and promotional plans
- Analyze sales performance, forecasts, and inventory needs to optimize product mix
- Collaborate with merchandising, manufacturing, and logistics to ensure on-time delivery
- Align sales initiatives with brand, marketing, and seasonal product strategies
- Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and presentations for leadership
- Identify new business opportunities and expansion within assigned markets
- Implement sales processes, KPIs, and best practices to drive efficiency
- Promote Carter's family-focused, inclusive culture in customer and team interactions
Required Skills
- Sales strategy
- Account management
- Negotiation
- Sales forecasting
- CRM software (e.g., Salesforce)
- Data analysis and reporting
- Retail and wholesale channel management
- Merchandising and assortment planning collaboration
- Excel and Power
- Point
- People management and coaching
