Alessia Kuss
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Commercial professional with proven track record in managing complex projects within dynamic environments. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results. Skilled in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication, consistently adapting to evolving project needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder
Ghilli
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision making.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Provided strategic direction for product development, resulting in high-quality offerings that resonated with customers'' needs and preferences.
Project Manager
Felfel AG
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Owned and executed a Business Development project in an untouched area for the business
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events.
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
- Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that generated high-quality leads for the sales pipeline.
Senior Commercial Manager
Yoox Net-a-porter Group
05.2015 - 12.2018
- Implemented strategic pricing models, optimizing profit margins without compromising client relationships.
- Spearheaded the development of innovative product offerings based on customer feedback and market trends, driving increased sales volume.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency, enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key industry influencers, leveraging network connections for business development opportunities.
- Facilitated effective communication between departments, ensuring alignment of goals and seamless project execution.
- Delivered successful sales presentations to key stakeholders, resulting in increased revenue.
- Conducted thorough market analysis to inform decision-making and drive business growth.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering their professional development and contributing to a high-performing team culture.
Commercial Business Analyst
Burberry HQ
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
- Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.
MBA Summer Internship
Sephora, LVMH
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Product Management Associate
CREDIT SUISSE GROUP FINANCE Zurich, CH
07.2011 - 07.2012
Private Equity Senior Product Manager
Partners Group
01.2007 - 06.2011
Education
MBA - Marketing & Luxury Business Managemten
SDA Bocconi School of Management
Business School Milan, Italy12-2013
BBA - Marketing Management
University of Applied Science
Lucerne, Switzerland06-2006
Skills
- Business Development
- Strategic Partnerships
- Strategic Visioning
- Customer Relations
- Stakeholder Communication
- Stakeholder Relations
- Partnership Development
- Relationship and Team Building
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Planning and coordination
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working
French
Elementary
Timeline
Co-Founder
Ghilli
05.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Felfel AG
01.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Commercial Manager
Yoox Net-a-porter Group
05.2015 - 12.2018
Commercial Business Analyst
Burberry HQ
09.2014 - 04.2015
MBA Summer Internship
Sephora, LVMH
07.2013 - 09.2013
Product Management Associate
CREDIT SUISSE GROUP FINANCE Zurich, CH
07.2011 - 07.2012
Private Equity Senior Product Manager
Partners Group
01.2007 - 06.2011
MBA - Marketing & Luxury Business Managemten
SDA Bocconi School of Management
BBA - Marketing Management
University of Applied Science
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