For 60 years, we have been bringing magic to children’s fashion by developing collections for premium and luxury brands: BOSS, Chloé, DKNY, Givenchy, HUGO, Karl Lagerfeld, Kenzo Kids, Lanvin, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Timberland, and Zadig & Voltaire… as well as our own brand: Billieblush.
From design to marketing, we translate each fashion house’s iconic style into exclusive pieces tailored to the specific needs of every age.
To offer the very best in style for a childhood that is joyful, fresh, chic, and elegant.
We are looking for a commercially minded and results-driven Senior Wholesale Manager to lead our DACH region wholesale operations. This role is key to driving brand performance, deepening key wholesale partnerships and expanding market presence across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. As a senior leader within the wholesale team, you will proactively contribute to the development and implementation of the go-to-market strategy to ensure that CWF’s and licensed partners’ goals are met in the DACH region. Account Management· Oversee the management of top-tier wholesale partners, department stores and premium independents across the DACH region, whilst still being a point of contact for all wholesale partners in the territories.· Conduct regular market visits and strategic meetings to identify opportunities and strengthen partnerships to help drive CWF’s business in the DACH region. Sales & Revenue Growth· Help develop seasonal budgets and business plans for the DACH region and ensure consistent delivery through effective planning and negotiation.· Oversee and lead the sales campaigns for the DACH region.· Analyse sales data and market trends and share with relevant teams to optimise seasonal budgeting, range planning and sales. Evaluate and onboard new partners that align with CWF’s and licensed partners’ commercial strategy. Work closely with brand management, customer service, logistics, finance and marketing teams to ensure operational excellence.· Provide market feedback to Brand Management to inform product development and go-to-market strategies. Leadership & Showroom Management· Lead and support the Northern Hub sales team members and agents in the DACH region.· Organize and manage DACH-specific showroom activities during market weeks and trade shows. Job position based in London, but fluency in German is mandatory.
5–7+ years of experience in wholesale sales within the fashion or lifestyle industry.· Proven track record of managing teams, key accounts and agents (particularly across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland).· Proven track record of developing go-to-market plans/strategies and implementing them to exceed company objectives and sales targets.· Strong understanding of the regional retail landscape, consumer behaviours and fashion trends.· Native-level German and fluent English; additional language (e.g. French) is a plus.· Strong network of UK and DACH wholesale contacts.· Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and data-driven decision-making.· Strong Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) skills.· Driving Licence preferred.
Competitive salary + annual bonus· Employee discount· Private Healthcare· 50% of Gym Membership Covered (up to an agreed amount)· International travel opportunities (particularly within the DACH region and to HQ in France)· Travel Costs Support· 20 days annual leave + bank holidays· Opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing fashion brand with a global reach· Career development and progression opportunities
Job Type: Full-time…