Overview
OUR BRAND, OUR PEOPLE
Welcome to the irreverent, sensual and glamorous world of Patrizia Pepe!
We are a pioneering fashion brand, rapidly expanding across the globe, whose collections are the result of a bold vision and innovative drive expressed in the quality of the materials and in the attention to detail.
We truly believe that people can make a difference and therefore we invest in developing our team.
We employ approximately 700 people globally that, as well as our products, are our most valuable asset and the heart of everything we do.
We constantly seek creative and dynamic like-minded individuals.
Join us now to help our brand continue to grow and transform day by day to reach new goals.
* Wholesale Manager
Responsibilities
* The Wholesale Manager will work under the direction of the Wholesale Director to increase overall sales volume and develop brand exposure in the international markets while providing unparalleled customer service to wholesale distributors and agencies within the assigned territories.
* To plan the sales budget for the individual segment and territory along with the wholesale management team.
* To manage and be the point of reference for wholesale distributors and agencies in assigned territories.
* To be responsible for sales activity reporting and analysis, budget preparation / monitoring and field communications.
* At a geography level, drive international marketplace management across all merchandise categories.
* To plan, prioritize and manage sales activities to achieve targets as agreed with the Wholesale Director.
* To actively seek out new opportunities, including outside of current channels and segments.
* To ensure customers are familiar with the brand, identify potential branding partners and influence customers to promote the brand as much as possible.
* To create, develop and maintain strong, effective, sustainable customer relationships, across all clients' functions and levels, to open doors at any time and go the extra mile for providing maximum value to the customer, serving as a valued consultative partner, to achieve sales goals.
* Review orders with distributors and local agencies, discuss and solve specific problems ensuring that activities and projects are being followed timely and properly through territory planning.
* To guarantee distributors and agencies meetings during seasonal sales are prepared and executed at the highest level as planned.
* To track and monitor assortment placement and to provide clear direction to the business on the expectations and placement of the directed assortments in the marketplace.
* To travel throughout assigned territories when required to visit regular and prospective agencies and distributors to increase product awareness.
* To ensure that customer data is maintained in the dedicated systems according to the actual status and made available to all relevant parties.
Location
* HQ outside Firenze
* Full Time
About You
What are we looking for?
* 3-5 years of previous experience gained in structured organizational contexts
* Fluent Italian and English, both spoken and written (the knowledge of a third language is considered a plus)
* IT abilities and professional knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite (especially Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop)
* Knowledge and experience in all phases of fashion project
Problem-solving, precision, attention to detail, teamworking attitude and flexibility.
Be proactive and adaptable with the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Strong programming and space planning skills
About Us
* What you can expect in working with us
* Emphasis on collaborative company culture and exposure to a global business based across 3 continents.
* A competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded and recognised for the value and commitment you bring to our business.
* Join a dynamic team where you will have plenty of opportunities for growth and development.
* Countless opportunities to learn and make a real impact in shaping the Fashion Industry’s future.
Our bright and colourful headquarters in Florence and Milan are essential but meticulously finished to offer a modern workplace designed to facilitate interactions between all teams.
Being part of a family-owned business that thinks globally, but remains loyal to its original core values.
A fast-paced environment that thrives on innovation but embraces simple values with a clear organisational model.
At Patrizia Pepe, whether we’re designing our latest fashion collection, expanding into a new international market, or providing expert styling advice to our loyal customers, we never forget to value diversity and celebrate inclusion. We recognize that the diverse talents we bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. That’s why we always look for people who will show up as their whole selves. We thrive to create a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes colleagues with different backgrounds and experience.
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