Business Development Specialist (Fashion)Ref: KA47237Sector: Sales/Business DevelopmentType: Full-time, PermanentLocation: Milan, ItalySalary: €100k depending on experience, including bonusBenefits: Lunch vouchers provided (office working days), TFR (Italian pension scheme)A leading Japanese trading company is currently recruiting a Business Development Specialist to join its Italian subsidiary in Milan. In this role, you will be responsible for acquiring new fashion and luxury brands while supporting ongoing business operations, contributing to both business expansion and stable portfolio management.Work type: Hybrid working available (2 days at home)Visa support: NoWorking Hours: 9:00-17:30 from Monday to Friday, incl.1h lunch breakStart: June to September 2026Eligibility
(O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner(X) NOT eligible: Working holiday, Graduate, Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship
Business Development Specialist (Fashion) Main Responsibilities
Drive new business development by acquiring new fashion and luxury brand partnerships (approx. 70%)Support ongoing operations and assist with existing business activities (approx. 30%)Build and maintain strong relationships within the Italian fashion and luxury industryLeverage industry network to identify and secure new business opportunitiesCollaborate closely with the Managing Director and internal teamsGain understanding of existing business operations and contribute to process improvement
Business Development Specialist (Fashion) Ideal Candidate
10 years of experience in the fashion or luxury industryStrong network within the Italian fashion/luxury marketProven ability to convert industry connections into commercial business opportunitiesExperience with major luxury groups (e.g. LVMH, Kering) is highly desirableBusiness-level Italian and English (Japanese not required)Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
All applicants for the Business Development Specialist role must have the right to work in the country without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.#J-18808-Ljbffr