Director Of Strategic Partnerships & Brand Licensing (Luxury)

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Brand Licensing (Luxury)Yibi Hantang is a premier China Market Growth Partner operating at the intersection of industrial excellence and cultural commerce. Following our monumental success with China Gold, we are expanding our mission: to empower Italian Luxury Maisons to capture "white space" opportunities in the Chinese market through strategic lifestyle licensing and senior omni-channel operations.About the RoleWe are seeking a high‑caliber Director of Strategic Partnerships based in Milan—a luxury industry veteran with the influence and network to open doors at the highest levels of Italian luxury houses (Gucci, Prada, Bulgari, Bottega Veneta, Fendi, Valentino, Loro Piana, etc.).Responsibilities
Maison Relations & Licensing: Act as the primary liaison between Yibi Group and Italian Luxury Maisons. Secure exclusive licensing agreements for untapped lifestyle categories (Lifestyle, Home, Tech‑Accessories, Premium Hardware).Strategic Growth Pitching: Present Yibi Group’s unique "Dual‑Model": combining jewelry‑grade manufacturing precision with senior e‑commerce mastery to drive significant new revenue streams in China.Capitalizing on "Made in China" Excellence: Articulate the value of China’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem for brand extensions, ensuring every artifact aligns with the Maison’s aesthetic standards.C‑Suite Engagement: Leverage existing network to navigate the organizational structures of major luxury groups, ensuring our vision reaches global decision‑makers in Brand Development and Licensing.
Qualifications
12+ years of experience within the Italian luxury ecosystem, with direct access to decision‑makers in Milan’s Quadrilatero della Moda and beyond.
Required Skills
Commercial Mastery: Proven track record in Brand Licensing or Category Extension, translating heritage into high‑growth commercial realities without diluting brand equity.Performance‑Driven Mindset: Inspired by results, with the ability to leverage Yibi Group’s China Gold success story to demonstrate agility in capturing the modern Chinese consumer.Cultural Bridge: Possess the "Italian taste" for luxury while strategically understanding why China’s digital economy requires a senior, local operational partner.
Preferred Skills
Proven Performance: Utilise Yibi Group’s China Gold success as a case study in scaling high‑ticket brand legacy.End‑to‑End Execution: Lead the conversion of visionary concepts into market reality via omni‑channel operation and multi‑category supply chain.Global Influence: Drive the expansion of Italian heritage into the private, daily rituals of the Chinese elite.
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