Scherer Talent · 6 hours ago
Key Account Manager
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yrScherer Talent is seeking a Key Account Manager / Product Manager to support and grow a high-volume wholesale business client, primarily focusing on Costco. The role involves managing relationships with wholesale partners, executing product lifecycle processes, and coordinating cross-functional efforts to ensure successful program execution.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Mackenzie Scherer
Responsibilities
Support and help manage day-to-day relationships with wholesale partners, with Costco as the primary focus
Work directly with buyers and account stakeholders on product needs, updates, and ongoing programs
Participate in buyer meetings, line reviews, and program discussions
Support assortment expansion and program growth opportunities
Support the product lifecycle from concept through execution for wholesale accounts
Translate buyer requests into clear product requirements and internal documentation
Evaluate customer requests and help identify feasibility issues, risks, or trade-offs
Partner closely with product, operations, sourcing, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate execution
Help troubleshoot issues related to pricing, packaging, timelines, or specifications
Act as a key internal coordinator across product, operations, and account stakeholders
Navigate ambiguity and resolve issues when customer needs and internal realities don’t align
Ensure follow-through and accountability across teams
Support analysis of sales performance by SKU, category, and price point
Help identify reorders, extensions, or adjustments based on performance
Assist with wholesale expansion opportunities across the U.S. and Canada
Qualification
Required
Experience working directly with wholesale retail accounts (Costco strongly preferred)
Hands-on involvement with buyers or account stakeholders (does not need full ownership)
Strong understanding of product development, merchandising, or wholesale program execution
Experience supporting high-ticket or high-stakes products where accuracy matters
Strong problem-solving skills and sound product judgment
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working in fast-moving, less structured environments
Preferred
Direct experience supporting Costco Wholesale programs
Background in fine jewelry wholesale or other high-value product categories
Experience with club, big-box, or omni-channel wholesale retailers
Exposure to pricing, packaging, sourcing, or production considerations
Experience working with buyers in a structured retail environment
Benefits
Competitive Base Salary
Annual Bonus (Non-Commissioned)
Company
Scherer Talent
Scherer Talent is an Austin-based recruiting and consulting firm specializing in connecting top-tier technical talent with growing businesses.
Founded in 2025
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase