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Salomon

Creates premium mountain footwear and gear

Key Account Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Villefontaine, France+1 moreMore locations: Annecy, France
HybridHybrid role based in Annecy or Villefontaine, with regular travel approximately 30–40% of the time.
Sales & Account ManagementAccount Management

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 4 years of successful experience in Key Account Management, National Account Management, or strategic commercial functions.
  • Solid experience within an international brand.
  • Demonstrated track record managing strategic accounts, driving profitable growth, and building long-term partnerships.
  • Confirmed experience in complex commercial negotiations, including framework agreements, annual terms, and marketing investments.
  • Strong commercial background in negotiation, business analysis, margin management, forecasting, and KPI management.
  • Ability to think long term, build a vision, and translate it into operational action plans.
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with senior internal and external stakeholders.
  • Very good understanding of e-commerce, merchandising, marketing, and consumer-experience issues.
  • Analytical mindset and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to build independent reports and recommendations.
  • Fluency in French and English, written and spoken.
Responsibilities
  • Define, negotiate, and deploy short- and long-term commercial strategies for assigned accounts.
  • Develop sustainable and profitable partnerships with clients to accelerate quantitative and qualitative performance indicators.
  • Build and facilitate short- to long-term strategic plans for clients internally and externally, translating account ambitions and brand objectives into concrete, measurable action plans.
  • Organize, facilitate, and follow up on at least one Top2Top meeting per year, including tracking next steps.
  • Independently negotiate annual framework agreements.
  • Lead complex negotiations and facilitate regular business reviews.
  • Lead sustainable account growth across revenue, margin, sell-out, traffic, conversion, order-book quality, and corrective actions.
  • Work with merchandising teams to define account-specific assortments.
  • Communicate customer and consumer needs to influence range choices, product launches, and access to exclusive products.
  • Initiate and facilitate product co-development for premium clients.
  • Monitor key performance indicators including sell-in, sell-out, order-book conversion rate, stock, product availability, service level, and profitability.
  • Apply e-commerce performance indicators.
  • Ensure the quality of preseason forecasts and invoicing.
  • Anticipate obstacles, build action plans, and track their implementation.
  • Build annual activation plans in collaboration with Marketing.
  • Contribute to premiumizing the consumer experience online and in stores.
  • Negotiate permanent visibility elements.

About the company

Salomon makes footwear, apparel, and winter sports equipment for mountain sports as a premium lifestyle brand rooted in the French Alps. Its products combine high-quality materials and performance design to help people move in snow, on trails, and in outdoor adventures. What sets Salomon apart is its close collaboration between designers, engineers, and athletes at its Annecy Design Center, using real athlete feedback to shape the future of sports and culture rather than just following trends. The company’s goal is to shape the future of mountain sports and outdoor culture by delivering reliable, high-performance gear and creating a lifestyle around the mountains.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Épagny Metz-Tessy, France

Founded

1947

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What believers are saying

  • FP Movement’s October 1, 2026 XT-6 and XT-Whisper drop adds immediate sell-through momentum.
  • JISOO’s October 7, 2026 FW26 campaign broadens women’s demand across Asia and globally.
  • Jason Lewis and Clerc Bertrand joined September 30, 2026 to strengthen U.S. distribution.

What critics are saying

  • Scott Mellin exited April 1, 2026; brand leadership churn threatens consistency.
  • Salomon’s hype cycle depends on collaborations; one weak season can damage premium demand.
  • Amer Sports’ Salomon faces existential risk if lifestyle fades and technical relevance erodes.

What makes Salomon unique

  • Salomon’s XT-6, XT-4, and XT-Whisper mix trail engineering with streetwear cachet.
  • Annecy Design Center ties product, design, and athlete input to French mountain credibility.
  • JISOO, Feid, and FP Movement collaborations expand reach without abandoning technical footwear DNA.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Meal Benefits
  • Profit Sharing
  • Employee Discounts
  • Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

18%

1 year growth

18%

2 year growth

18%
Sneaks & Kicks Footwear
Oct 20th, 2026
MM6 Maison Margiela & Salomon unveil 8-pack FW26 collection.

MM6 Maison Margiela & Salomon unveil 8-pack FW26 collection. October 20, 2026 SummaryMM6 Maison Margiela and Salomon are releasing an eight-style Fall/Winter 2026 collection blending high fashion and performance.The XT-MM6 and Crossderby release October 22, while the XT-BOOT MM6 and ACS Pro MM6 drop in November.Perennial collaborators MM6 Maison Margiela and Salomon have returned, offering a full Fall/Winter 2026 lineup. Comprising eight styles, the newly unveiled collection continues to fuse Salomon's performance identity with MM6 design details for a versatile footwear range with styles for all.First, the XT-MM6 is showcased in three new colorways, including Scarab/Bistro Green/Green Milieu, Tapioca/Sea Foam/Violet Tulip, and Vanilla Ice/Ftw Silver/Lemon. Each XT-MM6 pair features discreet MM6 branding at the lateral toe box, tongue, and insoles, along with a 6 embossed into the outsoles. Alternatively, for a sleek black statement, the Crossderby MM6 Maison Margiela is a monochromatic variant, dressed in smooth leather uppers.Continuing their gaitered sneaker explorations, the XT-BOOT MM6 leans into Maison Margiela's more avant-garde sensibilities with its unconventional body. Offered in black and white, the baggy high-top gaiter brings an unconventional look to the range. Finally, the ACS Pro MM6 arrives in lavender and green colorways, rounding the collection out with a tech-forward style.The Salomon x MM6 Maison Margiela XT-MM6 and Crossderby are set to drop at Salomon and MM6 on October 22, while the XT-BOOT MM6 and the ACS Pro MM6 have a later release date in November.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast

Penske Media Corporation
Oct 19th, 2026
Salomon and MM6 Maison Margiela's latest collaboration features a new derby-sneaker hybrid and an updated boot.

Salomon and MM6 Maison Margiela's latest collaboration features a new derby-sneaker hybrid and an updated boot. The latest XT-MM6 and new MM6 Crossderby will be released on Oct. 22. October 19, 2026, 1:47pm Salomon is back together with MM6 Maison Margiela on two sneaker releases for fall 2026. For the first drop, the duo has reworked the XT-MM6 which uses Salomon's fan-favorite XT line as its blueprint. The the MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon XT-MM6 first appeared in October 2025. It uses Salomon's signature underfoot ACS (Agile Chassis System) stability setup paired with the brand's Energy Cell cushioning. For this release, the style is done in three new colorways, including "Vanilla Ice/Ftw Silver/Lemon," "Tapioca/Sea Foam/Violet" and "Scarab/Bistro Green/Green." This model will retail for $495. You may also like. The duo is also introducing a new sneaker model for this season's first release. Called the MM6 Crossderby, the shoe combines a classic street upper derby shape with an outdoor sole, laced up with the Salomon drawstring system. The shiny black leather upper delivers a sleek, everyday look, while the addition of an outdoor sole's advanced technology makes this the most versatile shoe in the collaboration yet. It will be offered in a triple-black colorway for $635. What's more, the first drop will also see the return of the XT-15 Backpack, including a white rain cover with a black logo. The backpack will retail for $385. As for the second drop, Salomon and MM6 Maison Margiela will release the MM6 XT-Boot. The shoe, rework of a previous style, features a soft inner shoe that naturally wraps the foot and an upper that's like the hoodie of a puffer jacket. It can be worn open from the calf like a boot, or drawn in, almost doubling as an external sock. It will be available in two colorways: "Black/Black/Silver" and "Vanilla/Black/Dusty Yel." The MM6 XT-Boot will retail for $620. Finally, the ACS Pro 3 gets updated in two new colorways for the second drop, which include "Urban Chic/Black/Green" and "Cosmic Sky/Heron/Violet Tu." The ACS Pro 3 will retail for $385. The first drop of the latest MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon collection will be available on Oct. 22 and the second drop on Nov. 17 via MM6 and Salomon e-commerce platforms, stores, and select multi-brand retailers. MM6 Maison Margiela and Salomon first teamed up on footwear since 2022. The debut style was famously seen on Rihanna during her performance at the Super Bowl halftime show. Since then, the two have created some must-have styles including a sneaker mule and updates to the ACS Pro. This latest collaboration comes at a busy time for Salomon. Earlier this month, the French mountain sports brand teamed up with Free People's activewear brand FP Movement to reimagine the XT-6 and XT-Whisper in unexpected colorways. The FP Movement release also coincided with Salomon's third shoe with Latin Grammy-winning artist Feid. In September, Salomon revealed its first campaign with global ambassador Jisoo. Throughout the campaign, the Blackpink member could be seen wearing Salomon's newest shoe styles from the fall/winter 2026 season including the XT-6 Protective, XT-Whisper Gore-Tex and XT-4 OG Gore-Tex. Daily Headlines

Sneaker Bar Detroit
Oct 7th, 2026
BSTN x Salomon XT-6 "5 AM" Releases October 10th.

BSTN x Salomon XT-6 "5 AM" Releases October 10th. Published on Oct 7, 2026 BSTN is working with Salomon for the first time, putting its own spin on the XT-6 with a colorway called "5 AM." The Munich retailer has worked with plenty of footwear brands over the years, and this release adds Salomon to that list. - Advertisement - The idea behind the shoe comes from the early part of the morning before the day really starts. BSTN uses different shades of blue across the upper, with darker mesh underneath lighter blue overlays. The "5 AM" name may sound familiar since Nike used the same nickname on the Kobe 10 back in 2015, though BSTN's pair takes its color inspiration from the look of the sky around dawn. Most of the added details are fairly subtle. The insoles fade from blue into orange to represent the shift from night into morning, while "Common Ground" text appears near the tongue. White zig-zag stitching on the tongue adds another small change from a standard XT-6. The BSTN x Salomon XT-6 "5 AM" releases October 10, 2026 exclusively through BSTN.

Retail Asia
Oct 7th, 2026
Salomon scales up Myeongdong store fivefold amidst strong tourist demand.

Salomon scales up Myeongdong store fivefold amidst strong tourist demand. Store is five times larger than the brand's previous 25-pyeong location. Salomon has opened a new flagship store in Seoul's Myeongdong district, expanding its retail footprint in the area nearly fivefold. The new store spans approximately 125 pyeong, up from Salomon's existing 25-pyeong location, making it one of the brand's largest stores in South Korea. Join Retail Asia community The expansion strengthens Salomon's presence in Myeongdong, where demand from international visitors has supported strong retail activity. CBRE Korea supported the expansion by identifying and securing a prime retail location in Myeongdong. Its tenant representation services covered site selection, lease negotiations, and execution of the lease agreement. It added that it will continue to support the offline expansion of domestic and international brands through market expertise, data-driven insights, and its global network.

Kicks Under Cost
Oct 6th, 2026
Salomon x BSTN unveil 5 AM XT-6 collab.

Salomon x BSTN unveil 5 AM XT-6 collab. Salomon and European retailer BSTN have joined forces for their inaugural collaborative effort, introducing the 5 AM XT-6. The partnership marks a notable convergence between the French mountaineering brand and the Berlin-based platform known for thoughtful sneaker curation. A new alliance in trail running. The Salomon XT-6 occupies an interesting position in contemporary sneaker discourse - equally at home on technical terrain and urban surfaces. Its chunky midsole construction and aggressive tread pattern carry legitimate outdoor pedigree, yet the silhouette has found steady ground in lifestyle contexts over the past several years. This debut collaboration with BSTN reinforces that trajectory, positioning the model at the intersection of functional performance and contemporary design sensibility. Deal Available 25% OFF Salomon XT-Whisper $109 $145 Save $36 Shop This Release Salomon XT-6 Black Coffee Burro Bitter Chocolate $185 Aug 18, 2026 Design details. While specific material compositions and colorway breakdowns remain under embargo from official sources, Salomon x BSTN collaborations historically emphasize tonal palettes and intentional material contrasting. The "5 AM" nomenclature suggests a conceptual foundation - an early-morning aesthetic often aligned with minimalism, muted tones, and subtle technical touches rather than statement-making chromatics. Given BSTN's editorial approach to footwear, expect refined execution across upper construction, lacing systems, and branding placement rather than novelty for its own sake. The XT-6 itself remains defined by its dual-density midsole geometry and protective ankle collar - design signatures that require no reinvention but benefit from thoughtful material selection and finish work. This is where retail-focused collaborations typically carve distinction: not through silhouette manipulation but through considered palette work and premium material treatment. Deal Available Salomon XT-Whisper $108.75 $145.00 Save $36.25 Salomon under retail Browse Salomon items priced below retail on StockX Release information. No official release date, retail price, or launch venue has been confirmed at this stage. Announcements regarding exact availability are expected to arrive through both Salomon and BSTN channels in the coming weeks. The partnership's novelty - this marks the first time these two entities have worked in tandem - suggests careful coordination around the rollout to maximize visibility across both brands' audiences. For collectors monitoring the broader trail-runner revival, this collaboration fits logically within recent market momentum. Salomon's profile among design-conscious consumers continues its ascent, driven by both genuine technical credentials and aesthetic appeal that transcends pure outdoor utility. FAQs. When does the Salomon x BSTN 5 AM XT-6 release? No official launch date has been announced. Further details are expected from Salomon and BSTN in the near term. How much will the collaboration cost? Retail pricing has not yet been disclosed by either brand. Where can I buy the Salomon x BSTN 5 AM XT-6? Exact retail partners will be confirmed upon the official announcement. Both Salomon's direct channels and BSTN's platform are expected points of sale. Release info. Status: Announced; release date TBA Retail Price: TBA Retailers: Salomon, BSTN (expected)