Established in 2000, YOOX is the world’s leading online store for fashion, design and art that lasts a lifetime and beyond. For those who love the thrill of the find, YOOX inspires men and women around the world to express their personal style through a wide selection of well-made yet accessible pieces to cherish season after season. These include hard-to-find clothing and accessories for men and women from the world’s most prestigious designers as well as kidswear, a unique selection of home design objects and exclusive collaborations with internationally-renowned artists. - Encouraging conscious and responsible shopping has been central to YOOX’s philosophy since it launched 20 years ago, helping customers to be kinder to the planet by investing in fashion with longevity. In 2009 the store launched YOOXYGEN - a socially and environmentally responsible destination featuring a carefully curated edit of sustainable brands. - At the forefront of innovation, YOOX has pioneered the use of artificial intelligence in fashion, launching in 2018 its own label 8 by YOOX, the first collection ever powered by AI combined with YOOX’s unique creative flair. With YOOXMIRROR, a virtual styling suite driven by AI, YOOX offers a ground-breaking customer experience, allowing users to create their own avatar and digitally try-on looks in their app. - Available in more than 100 countries with 10 languages and 7 currencies, YOOX provides a seamless shopping experience across mobile, tablet and desktop, with easy returns and multi-lingual customer care 24/7, 365 days a year. YOOX is part of YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP. - YOOX are now seeking a talented Business Development Manager to join the team. Some of the essentials for you to know are: - Location: Italy, alternatively Bologna or Milan - Reporting into: Buying Director Contemporary Brands and Retail YOOX - Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing: - Having the full ownership for stock management - Developing an international prospection for the business - Developing and implementing new buying areas, creating new opportunities to expand the business - Developing, closing contacts and managing potential suppliers to establish a business relationship - The type of person we are looking for: - Good knowledge of the international fashion market, retailers and department stores - Availability for frequent business trips abroad - Extremely well-organized, precise and able to multi-task with excellent prioritizing and time-management skills - Relevant buying experience or in Sales contests will be considered a plus - Proactive, self-motivated and able to act as a team player - Highly numerate with strong analytical skills - A sense of personal style and a keen eye for details; - Passion and interest for fashion and luxury - _