BOTTEGA VENETA Eyewear Licensing Manager

We are currently seeking an Eyewear Licensing Manager as part of our dynamic team in Milan.

How you will contribute:

• Participation in meetings with the Creative Department and Licensee for the Collection development
• Definition together with the Licensee, Licensing Director and Creative Department of the collection structure and the merchandising strategy
• Overseeing the collection development process from the creative brief to the development of the final product
• Coordination of the internal codification process and definition of pricing and positioning of the collections in accordance with the Licensee and the Licensing Director
• Support in Collection presentations during Bottega Veneta sales campaign
• Coordination with Bottega Veneta Retail Merchandising of reference to support the master order definition
• Coordination with Bottega Veneta Collection Merchandising team to support the collection editing process
• Work in partnership with Wholesale department to support category marketing and sales
• Coordination with the Marketing, Image and Communication departments to ensure the correct execution of the category's marketing and communication strategies
• Carry out product training activities for the sales campaign and support the retail Training department
• Participation in the presentation of the Licensee's marketing plan
• Support in the definition of activities and tools of communication and selection of products (samples) for advertising campaign images in coordination with the licensee and Image teams
• Licensee support in managing special requests (special windows or events) and incentive program
• Category performance analysis
• Spot-check of the licensee's distribution network to ensure respect of brand’s image and positioning
• Coordination with Legal Office to support on contractual topics
• Coordination with Administration and Finance departments to support on royalty related topics
• Support to the Licensing Director for business plan analysis and possible contractual negotiations
• Support to the Licensing Director for business development activities

Who you are:

• Master's degree in Economics
• 5-7 years' experience in a similar role
• Fluent in English
• Analytical profile
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills to be able to work with a variety of departments such as Design, Communication, Merchandising and Finance
• Demonstrate passion about the category internally and with the stakeholders
• Good use of the Microsoft Office package, in particular Excel
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Good in teamwork

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.