Fashion Account Manager (Italian Speaking)

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London, Greater London, England, GBR
In-Office
Senior level
Fashion • Logistics • Retail • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage and grow womenswear and menswear accounts by developing new product ranges, preparing costings and negotiations, controlling budgets, monitoring market trends, acting as primary client contact, ensuring timely delivery and documentation, mentoring staff, and traveling to Italy as required.
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We are BWM, a proud member of the Li & Fung family, we are a global leader in the design, development, and sourcing of consumer goods for the fashion and apparel industry.
With over 120years of supply chain expertise, our operations encompass everything from product design and production management to quality control and shipping. Our unique approach of working "As One" allows us to integrate diverse sectors of the retail market efficiently and effectively.
The Fashion Account Manager (womenswear & menswear) is responsible for managing and developing business sales and profitability budgets through the initiation and development of new product ranges that meet the commercial requirements of our customers.
The role requires a strategic approach to account management, bringing innovation and efficiency while ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.

About us

Li & Fung is a global leader in consumer goods sourcing and end-to-end supply chain solutions. We empower brands and retailers by delivering commercial and operational excellence across every stage of the product lifecycle.

For over a century, innovation and creativity have continued to drive our business. Connecting bright minds and crowdsourcing ideas, using design thinking, collaborative workspaces and rapid prototyping are just some of the ways we innovate at Li & Fung every day.

Today, we responsibly managing supply chains for high volume, time sensitive goods worldwide. Our end‑to‑end services include product design, raw‑material sourcing, production, quality assurance and logistics across apparel, footwear, accessories and household products.

Our aspiration is to deliver value in global supply chains by living our values around people, partners and planet. Guided by Humility, Entrepreneurship and Family, we focus on commercial performance that respects people and the environment.

We are looking for an experienced Account Manager (Italian Speaking) with experience in womenswear, menswear to join us!

  • Develop and launch new product ranges that meet customer and business requirements.
  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of customer business plans and identify opportunities to grow account revenue.
  • Prepare costings, negotiate costs and selling prices, and manage progress to final approvals.
  • Control and manage costs against agreed budgets (travel, samples, freight) and identify cost‑saving opportunities across development.
  • Monitor operating costs of Product Team / Design functions to keep within budgeted levels.
  • Evaluate market trends and drive development of new materials/components in line with market direction.
  • Act as primary point of contact for clients — ensure qualitative, timely delivery of assignments and accurate job documentation.
  • Compile and contribute to clear, thorough design briefs and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
  • Manage conflict or disagreements professionally, ensure regulatory (e.g., Health & Safety) compliance, and attend project/team meetings as required.
  • Coach, develop and mentor new employees; foster teamwork, trust and a positive company ambassadorial presence.
  • Travel: willingness to travel to Italy as required for client, supplier or project meetings (regularity to be confirmed).

Requirements

  • Language: Fluent Italian (written and spoken) — required
  • Experience: Strong fashion background, preferably from a similar industry; proven experience managing projects from inception to completion.
  • Skills: Excellent time management and organisation; strong negotiation and costing skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Attributes: Positive “can‑do” attitude; adaptable to team and independent work; clear and effective communicator; attention to detail; patient and willing to mentor/share knowledge.

If this sounds like you, Apply Now! 

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As an equal opportunity employer, we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.

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If this sounds like you, Apply Now!

As an equal opportunity employer, we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.

Skills Required

  • Fluent Italian (written and spoken)
  • Strong fashion background with experience in womenswear or menswear; proven project management from inception to completion
  • Excellent time management and organisation
  • Strong negotiation and costing skills; prepare costings and manage prices
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Willingness to travel to Italy for client, supplier, or project meetings
  • Positive can-do attitude, adaptability, clear communication, attention to detail, mentoring and teamwork
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The Company
4,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1906

What We Do

Li & Fung is a global supply chain and logistics solutions partner that manages the supply chain for high-volume, time-sensitive consumer goods for brands and retailers worldwide.

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