Retail Business Development Manager- Premium & Luxury Fashion Channels Job at He
Hexin Technology Inc., New York, NY, United States, 10261
Retail Business Development Manager – Premium & Luxury Fashion Channel
Hexin Technology Inc. is a dynamic U.S. fashion company behind innovative shapewear and lifestyle brands, including Shapellx, Feelingirl, and Popilush. We are expanding into premium and luxury fashion retail to reach style-conscious audiences.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Retail Business Development Manager – Premium & Luxury Fashion Channel to drive our expansion into high-end department stores, specialty boutiques, and curated luxury e-commerce platforms. This role will lead premium account acquisition, manage wholesale relationships, and execute strategies that maximize sell-through and elevate our brand positioning in the luxury fashion market.
Key Responsibilities
- Luxury Retail Development
- Identify and target top-tier retail partners, including department stores, concept shops, and luxury e-commerce platforms.
- Present brand collections to premium buyers (e.g., Nordstrom, Saks, Bloomingdale’s, Revolve) and secure new placements.
- Build and nurture relationships with retail buyers, merchandisers, and category managers.
- Account Management
- Serve as the main point of contact for wholesale accounts, overseeing orders, pricing, reorders, and seasonal line sheets.
- Track account performance, sell-through rates, and returns; develop action plans to improve results.
- Ensure consistent and elevated brand presentation across all retail touchpoints.
- Distribution & Operations
- Partner with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure on-time, accurate deliveries.
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely restocks based on account needs.
- Optimize distribution strategies for efficiency and profitability in the luxury channel.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work with product, marketing, and finance teams to align wholesale and retail strategies with brand goals.
- Provide input on merchandising assortments and develop tailored marketing and visual assets for retail partners.
- Market Insight & Reporting
- Stay ahead of luxury retail trends, competitor activity, and consumer behavior.
- Deliver regular sales reports, forecasts, and business opportunity analyses.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field.
- 4–6 years of experience in luxury fashion wholesale, fashion retail account management, or premium fashion brand partnerships.
- Proven track record of placing brands in high-end retail environments.
- Strong knowledge of wholesale pricing, margin structures, and retail calendars.
- Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical abilities.
Preferred
- Established relationships with leading luxury fashion retailers and online platforms.
- Experience guiding DTC brands into wholesale channels.
- Familiarity with showroom operations and seasonal market schedules.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Business Development and Sales
- Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion