A career in Maison Valentino is your chance to grow in a reality where business and creativity meet and thrive in an inclusive, and open-minded community. Maison Valentino believes in a colleague‐centric approach, where our contribution and behaviors as individuals are the secret of our success as a community. Each Valentino colleague is crucial to guarantee that every need in Valentino is met with mastery, creativity, uniqueness, and care.Wholesale Area Manager - Fixed Term. (1 Year)Directly reporting to the Head of Wholesale Europe, he/she will ensure the commercial development of the Brand operating within the guidelines, plans and the approved strategy, policy and business procedures.Main Responsibilities:Ensure the achievement of sales targets and profit, with a specific focus on specific countriesDevelop trade policies in order to increase business opportunitiesPlan and manage the budget and sales forecastAssist to the sales campaign (presenting the collection, order review / order entry)Arrange customer schedule for the Sales campaign in link with showroomDeal with Customer complaintsManage relationship with potential commercial distributors / partnersManage the relationship with key accounts (Dept. Stores and Key Clients) and the support / promotional activities in the storesManage relationships with different departments inside the company (Customer Service, Finance, After Sales, Legal, Partner Marketing, Store Planning)Analyze market trends, evaluate competitive products and make appropriate suggestionsProvide clients support during buying session, order checks and data entryProvide feedback and advice to customer service, operations, accounting in the spirit of continuous improvement toward customer satisfaction and achieving the company invoice goalsWeekly sales analysis, definition of sales targets, support during the buying sessionKPIs monitoring and support partners with swaps/reorders during the seasonQualifications and requirements:Bachelor's degreePrevious experience in a similar roleAnalytical skills, proficiency in Excel and Power PointGood knowledge and sensitivity for fashion and luxury productsTeam worker, proactive and flexibleGood negotiation skills and leadershipFluency in English and FrenchLocation: MilanThe Valentino ecosystem is home to a wide and extraordinary pool of talents, each colleague contributing with their unique attributes, nurturing a culture of inclusivity and equality. Inspiring sense of belonging, passion and engaging colleagues are the bases of our inclusive and multifaceted world.#J-18808-Ljbffr