Kering Eyewear Assistant Business Development Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Wholesale, Commercial & B2B Sales
- Industry
- Eyewear & Vision Care
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
About Kering Eyewear
Kering Eyewear is the specialist eyewear division of Kering, created to bring design excellence, brand stewardship, and commercial agility to some of the world’s most desirable luxury houses. As an employer, the company offers a dynamic, international environment where craftsmanship, innovation, and a deep respect for brand identity converge. Its teams collaborate across design, product development, supply chain, marketing, and sales, supporting iconic maisons with precision and creativity. Kering Eyewear values entrepreneurial spirit, diversity, and responsible business practices, providing employees with the opportunity to shape a fast-growing luxury category within a global group committed to sustainability and long-term excellence.
Kering Eyewear seeks Assistant Business Development Manager in Hong Kong to support LINDBERG and Maui Jim expansion across Asia Pacific.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support development and expansion of the Asia Pacific LINDBERG and Maui Jim business and distribution network in collaboration with regional leadership
- Identify new business opportunities and growth potential within existing accounts and emerging markets
- Prepare annual business plans, sales forecasts, and market development strategies
- Present LINDBERG and Maui Jim products and services to existing and potential partners and key clients through direct communication
- Represent the brands professionally at industry events, trade shows, design days, and brand seminars across the region
- Monitor sales performance and provide regular analysis and recommendations; analyze sell-in and sell-out data to identify trends
- Coordinate communication between headquarters and regional markets
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Product, Training, and Commercial Operations
- Monitor regional competitor activities, market trends, and product sell-through performance
- Undertake travel across the APAC region as required for client meetings and commercial events
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above
- 2 to 4 years of business development, wholesale sales, or account management experience in luxury goods, fashion, optical, or premium consumer goods
- Excellent written and spoken English proficiency
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills with a client-focused attitude
Skills
Experience
2 to 4 years of business development, wholesale sales, or account management experience, preferably within luxury goods, fashion, optical, or premium consumer goods sectors
Education
Bachelor's degree or above
Workplace
This position is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Culture
Kering Eyewear offers a dynamic, international workplace where entrepreneurial spirit, design excellence, and a deep understanding of luxury come together. As part of the Kering Group, it fosters collaboration, innovation, and responsible growth, empowering teams to shape distinctive eyewear experiences for some of the world’s most prestigious brands.
About Cerulean
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