christian ast

…just 🐝 it.

Berlin Metropolitan Area

About

I have extensive experience in the launch and distribution of (premium-)footwear brands in the D.A.CH. region. Latest project was focused on fine fragrance/ premium perfumes. Most recently I worked on go-to-market strategies for several brands including NIKE, ECCO & Timberland. With a turnover of up to 2 million Euros and a network of over 250 clients, I built strong relationships with key retailers. I conducted market analysis, developed pricing strategies and worked on global marketing initiatives to improve market positioning and drive sustainable growth. My skills in coordinating between sales and creative teams ensured a consistent brand presence in Central Europe.

Experience

  • Custumer Success Manager at rocket.beauty GmbH
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

    wholesale of fine/ niche fragrances: fugazzi, born to stand out, akro & atelier materi

  • commercial director d.a.ch. (consultant) at wbab.gmbH
    Jan 2024 - Jul 2024 · 7 mos

    head of all commercial activities (mainly wholesale, marketing & creative direction) @the: perfume distribution d.a.ch. of: escentricMOLECULE by Geza Schön

  • Senior Brand Manager div. projects at High Five Brands GmbH
    Jun 2023 - Dec 2023 · 7 mos

    Wholesale for Stefan Brandt, Puraai, The perfume collective, La Martina Shoes

  • Commercial Director Central Europe at Brandinc Sp. z.o.o/ Cole Haan Shoes
    Nov 2022 - Apr 2023 · 6 mos

  • ECCO (Remote)
    • Image Account Manager Europe
      Jan 2020 - Oct 2022 · 2 yrs 10 mos

      Wholesale Lead implementing a pioneer strategy for higher tier accounts in Europe, together with the Global Creative Director, Design Director and the CEO. A hybrid function of Wholesale, Marketing and Product Knowledge.

    • Key-Account-Manager Central Europe
      Apr 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      KAM for Görtz, Aktiv Schuh, Mytoys