PROJECT TYPE
US Wholesale Account Executive + Assistant Buyer US Retail Stores (New York, Beverly Hills + Malibu)
LOCATION
New York + Milan
MISSION
Liaised with all US wholesale clients and divisions, including Department Store and Specialty retailers, maintaining regular communication with buying teams, sales associates, and visual teams. Orchestrated market schedules for Women’s and Men’s collections during selling periods in New York and Milan. Oversaw buying appointments, guiding clients through the Collection and identifying key trends. Researched and acquired new specialty client business in untapped markets, expanding the brand's offerings. Introduced Missoni hosiery to Bergdorf Goodman for the Resort 2010 season. Collaborated with the Italian production team on exclusive styles, pricing, and quantities. Contributed to the opening of Beverly Hills and Malibu stores, assisting with inventory planning, staffing, and backend infrastructure. Collaborated on Missoni-owned boutiques' seasonal buys (RTW, Swim, Accessories, Home and Kids), managed promotional events, and tracked inventory levels across all locations making seasonal/need-based buys from each licensed vendor and inventory movement to increase sales.