Regional Account Manager Japan

247 GROUP; Milano; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading global fashion group in Milan seeks a motivated Regional Account Manager. This role involves managing sales activities across the APAC region, particularly with Japanese clients. Candidates should have at least 3 years of wholesale account management experience, fluency in Japanese and English, along with a strong understanding of the Japanese market. A competitive salary and dynamic international team environment are offered.

Servizi

Competitive salary

International team environment

Opportunity for contract extension or permanent position

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years of wholesale account management or buying experience.
• Native Japanese speaker with excellent English.
• Deep knowledge of the Japanese market.

Mansioni

• Manage the opening of new accounts and strengthen existing client relationships.
• Deliver strong sales growth to meet and exceed targets.
• Develop and manage commercial plans for each account.
• Provide timely follow-up on customer inquiries.
• Plan and manage customer appointments during market periods.
• Conduct regular market visits to identify new opportunities.

Conoscenze

Sales growth delivery

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Problem-solving abilities

Team collaboration

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

247 is a global fashion group offering a range of bespoke services and expertise unique to our industry, representing a dynamic portfolio of leading international fashion brands alongside groundbreaking new designers.

Fusing creativity and commerce, 247 provides holistic strategic consulting adapted to individual needs.

From established fashion houses to mid-sized heritage labels or breakthrough emerging designers, the synergy of our 360° platform accelerates raw vision and talent through a comprehensive set of business tools: distribution, sales, licensing, and investment capabilities. Over the years, 247 has maintained a commitment to foster the development of a suite of next generation creative leaders.

Founded in 2008, 247 operates branches and showrooms spanning Milan, Paris, Copenhagen, New York, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Seoul, for a truly global outlook.

We are looking for a talented, motivated, and hard‑working Regional Account Manager who is ready to create impact — and have fun while doing it.

You will oversee sales management activities across the APAC region, with a specific focus on Japanese clients. You will be responsible for maintaining and developing the wholesale business for the assigned brands, executing growth strategies, and ensuring the brand image enhancement of our collections.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the opening of new accounts and strengthen relationships with existing clients across the region
• Deliver strong sales growth to meet and exceed targets, focusing on business development and maximizing growth opportunities
• Develop and manage commercial plans for each account, including negotiation activities
• Provide timely follow‑up on customer inquiries, offering support and solutions
• Manage seasonal and annual budget planning for each customer
• Plan, organize, and manage customer appointments during market periods
• Supervise sales campaigns to ensure objectives are achieved
• Conduct regular market visits to identify new opportunities and monitor competitors

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, aligned with your experience
• Initial fixed‑term contract, with the possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent position based on performance and business needs
• International, inclusive, and dynamic team environment
• A young and innovative company culture
• Showroom located in the heart of Milan - Minimum 3 years of wholesale account management or buying experience within a multibrand retail environment
• Native Japanese speaker, with excellent written and spoken English
• Deep knowledge of the Japanese market
• Strong command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Solid commercial acumen
• Genuine interest and curiosity for the fashion industry from an international perspective
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to build positive working relationships with cross‑functional teams
• Willingness to travel frequently internationally