Napapijri is looking for an exceptional Sales Manager to join us in Germany!
For over 30 years, Napapijri has pioneered the future of fashion. From our Italian beginnings, innovating outdoor apparel in the shadow of Monte Bianco, to tackling nature’s most challenging environments on polar expeditions, our desire to lead the way is what makes us who we are.
Let’s talk about the role
In this key role, you will relaunch and rebuild Napapijri’s wholesale business in Germany, starting from a limited base and developing a strong, sustainable distribution. The initial focus will be on Menswear and Footwear, with phased expansion into Womenswear and Kids.
How you will make a difference
Lead the commercial restart of the German wholesale market, defining distribution and growth strategy in line with brand positioning.
Identify, open, and develop strategic local key accounts, building long‑term partnerships.
Personally manage a portfolio of accounts with a strong hands‑on sales approach.
Oversee sell‑in, forecasting, order management, and daily wholesale operations during the rebuild phase.
Analyze sell‑through performance and translate insights into actionable growth plans.
Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring consistent in‑store execution, visibility, and product storytelling.
Collaborate closely with European HQ and cross‑functional teams to support long‑term market development.
Your impact will be instrumental in creating the foundation for future scale and team expansion.
Skills for success
Strong existing wholesale network in Germany, ideally in lifestyle, outdoor, or premium fashion.
Proven experience in market build‑up or business relaunch environments.
Highly entrepreneurial and execution‑driven, comfortable operating end‑to‑end.
Strong commercial, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
Ability to combine strategic vision with operational excellence.
Fluent in German and English
Passion for brand building, outdoor culture, and premium lifestyle fashion.
What’s in it for you?
When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package.
Most companies say they offer a competitive salary, an amazing bonus and pension scheme and staff discounts ( btw we offer up to 50%!). And we offer the same. Only different. Along with this you will have:
Career ownership, enabling you to build your knowledge and experience across different brands
A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
Tailored training. From an inductionto ongoing online and face-to-face training sessions,we are committed to helping you grow, both professionally and personally
The opportunity to network with other Store Managers throughout Europe and with our head office
30 vacation days!
Free to Be
We strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.
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Napapijri is part of VF Corporation, one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland®, Dickies®, Eastpak®, Kipling®, icebreaker® and many more.
Our purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. We believe that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins us at VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive here too. For more information, please visit vfc.com.
