BOTTEGA VENETA Shoes Collection Merchandiser

We are currently seeking Shoes Collection Merchandiser as part of our dynamic team in Milan.

How you will contribute?

• Support the definition of the collection merchandising strategy with the Head of Collection Merchandising Manager.
• Ensure regular competitor analysis and market study.
• Identify new product opportunities.
• Elaborate collection brief and follow-up product development with Design and Product team.
• Design the pricing architecture in order to hit the company’s target margins.
• Collaborate with the retail Merchandising and regional counterparts to ensure continuous market feedback.
• Development of the selling tools for the selling campaign.
• Participate to the definition of the retail assortment in collaboration with the Collection Merchandising Director.
• Define the deliveries strategic flow in collaboration with Production and Supply chain.
• Pilot pre-orders in order to meet the expected delivery windows.
• Participate to the review of the orders writing process.
• Ensure Wholesale alignment on retail key product strategies.
• Network with key wholesale accounts to ensure continuous market feedback.
• Present the product and buying strategies to the relevant HQ and regional partners.
• Collaborate with the Training team to prepare the seasonal Product Training Presentation.
• Suggest ad-hoc in-season support training.
• Participate in the elaboration of guidelines with the VM team.
• Collaboration with Marketing in the definition of the product push.

Who you are?

• Strong merchandising experience: 4 years
• Strong retail maths and analytical skills
• Men’s and Women’s Shoes market knowledge
• Passion for product
• Confidence in presenting to large groups
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Organizational and problem solving abilities

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.