Business Development Specialist (Fashion)
Ref: KA47237
Sector: Sales/Business Development
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Milan, Italy
Salary: €100k depending on experience, including bonus
Benefits: 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: No
Working Hours: 9:00-17:30 from Monday to Friday, incl.1h lunch break
Start: June to September 2026
Eligibility
(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 industry
Leverage industry network to identify and secure new business opportunities
Collaborate closely with the Managing Director and internal teams
Gain 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 industry
Strong network within the Italian fashion/luxury market
Proven ability to convert industry connections into commercial business opportunities
Experience with major luxury groups (e.g. LVMH, Kering) is highly desirable
Business-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.
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