Global Key Account Manager (Softlines)

TL;DR

Global Key Account Manager (Softlines): Managing and growing strategic relationships with top customers in the softlines and luxury fashion sectors with an accent on business development and revenue growth in Italy. Focus on identifying new market opportunities, conducting competitor analysis, and delivering multi-regional programs.

Location: Hybrid; based in Milan, Italy

Company

World's leading testing, inspection, and certification company recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity.

What you will do

• Retain and nurture relationships with top global customers, acting as a strategic partner and advisor.
• Drive business development within the Softlines industry in Italy to achieve growth targets.
• Develop a network of contacts and research market opportunities to attract new clients.
• Collaborate with global and local teams to ensure service levels and implement innovative solutions.
• Generate revenue growth opportunities aligned with the hirify.global Business Unit Strategy.
• Prepare and execute marketing and brand recognition strategies in partnership with industry associations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience within multinational organizations.
• Proven expertise in the softlines, fashion, or luxury sectors; experience with high-end/luxury fashion brands is mandatory.
• Strong track record in sales (hunting), key account management, or program management.
• Capability in market research, competitor analysis, and trend identification.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• English proficiency (English CV required).

Culture & Benefits

• Stable environment within a global world leader in the TIC industry.
• Access to hirify.global university and Campus for continuous learning.
• Multinational work environment with global collaboration.
• Comprehensive benefits platform.
• Hybrid working model.