The Sales & Brand Manager is responsible for developing and implementing commercial strategies to maximize sales, improve profitability, and ensure a consistent brand image across all sales channels. This role works closely with the Marketing, Operations, Customer Service, and Logistics departments, reporting directly to the Sales & Commercial Process Senior Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Work Closely with the Brand's counterparts to ensure that strategic visions and expectations are met.
* Develop holistic Go To Market strategies and tactics to achieve the following KPIs: Seasonal Net sales (WHS), first margin, market-share (door and geographical expansion with a direct focus on ITALY) and business objectives (long term);
* Oversee the seasonal commercial calendar and track process effectiveness by influencing cross-functional work;
* Keep fruitful relations with clients and seek out opportunities for expansion and growth by developing new business;
* Collaborate with the creative and marketing department to set-up exhibitions spaces to reach the best balance between brands representativeness, attraction, storytelling and market performances;
* Carrying out market research to keep up to date on actual and future trends;
* Supervising andproactively participating in sales campaigns and managing sales budgets;
* Manage order entry process for directional geographic sell-in (areas without agencies) and manage timely and efficiently the deliverables of the Agents;
* Work closely with Back Office, Customer Service and Logistic Depts. to ensure timely shipments and to track progresses.
* Work closely with Customer Service Dept. to ensure timely settlement of invoices and collection of overdue credits
* Collaborating with all involved in SLAM JAM's departments to ease and speed up processes and deliverables (tools, catalogues, sales assets, production decisions, merchandising decisions);
* Other services related or complementary to the aforementioned;
Required Skills & Qualifications
* Proven experience in a similar role within the industry (minimum 4–5 years).
* Strong knowledge of distribution dynamics (Wholesale, Retail).
* Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in BI/reporting tools.
* Experience with ERP systems and CRM platforms.
* Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
* Results-oriented and customer-focused mindset.
* Proactive, problem-solving attitude and strong sense of ownership.
* Aesthetic sensibility and attention to detail.
* Fluency in English
Preferred Qualifications
* Background in structured organizations.
* Active network in the streetwear and fashion industry (buyers, agents, showrooms).
* Degree in Economics, Marketing, Fashion Management or related fields.
* Willingness to travel frequently (client meetings, store checks, trade shows).
This is not an exhaustive list of the duties and this role might be required to carry out tasks that are not included in this job description.
Location: Milano or Ferrara
Salary range: €45K–€75K + benefits.