High End Client Development Director at Bvlgari
Within the High Jewelry & Haute Horlogerie Department, based in Rome, we are looking for a High End Client Development Director.
Reporting directly to the High End (HE) Global Client Development, Business Development & Training Director, this role has the strategic aim to define and drive the HE clienteling agenda, with global responsibility to ensure successful delivery of HE client engagement, coverage, experience and development. Acting as a Brand Ambassador, the selected candidate will play a pivotal role in further growing our HE business, working in an international context and collaborating with multiple departments.
S/He will manage and develop a team of 3/4 people and animate the community of HE Client Development Managers/ HE Managers on HE clienteling related topics in the different markets.
Key Accountabilities

Drive and generate turnover through the definition, budgeting and implementation of the HE clienteling strategy, targeting both existing and new clients through elevation, retention, conversion and recruitment/ networking
Leverage client portfolio analysis to set global clienteling objectives and priorities
Oversee the management of the HE client database to ensure data accuracy and quality; partner with Central CRM, IT & Data Compliance teams to further develop and optimize the HE client portfolio management ecosystem (reporting & HE client management IT tools)
Instill a structured, client‑centric mindset within the global team, focusing on building long‑term relationships with HE clients
Partner with relevant stakeholders at both global and local levels to define/ coordinate exceptional international and local experiences for HE clients
Build up our ‘go to market’ and follow‑up capacity to ensure the definition of effective clienteling action plans on priority client clusters and individualized client journey plans at market level
Work on market adoption of the new methodologies, processes and tools (both quantitative and qualitative)

International HE Events

Define the right client targeting and drive the client selection process to international events
Act as a key stakeholder in the design of international HE events, in partnership with Central Events/Trade Marketing Teams, to ensure elevated client experience, meet sales targets and align future initiatives with client expectations
Work closely with global and local teams during International HE events preparation
Regularly review top HE client data & event performance to inform future event planning

Qualifications / Professional Capabilities

University degree in Business Management, or related field
Proven experience in client development (minimum 10 years), preferably in luxury and/or jewelry in a global context. Previous experience with Asian market will be considered a plus
Strong project management skills and experience
Ability to understand and express business needs to various internal stakeholders, applying a quali/quantitative approach
Fluent in English and Italian. Knowledge of French will be considered a plus
Business Awareness
Client Orientation
Proactive Approach
Planning & Organization Skills
Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels
Attention to Details
Negotiation
Flexibility

Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Retail Apparel and Fashion
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