KERING EYEWEAR - In Store Specialist

We are currently looking for a field-based In-Store / Visual Merchandising Specialist for Belgium and Luxembourg, who will report to the In-Store Specialist & Sales Events Manager.

The opportunity: 

The In-Store / Visual Merchandising Specialist ensures the presence of Kering Eyewear brands among opticians, guarantees visibility and sell-out, the execution of Trade Marketing activities at the local level and product training, in accordance with the organization of points of sale, brand guidelines and Go-to-Market strategies.    

How you will contribute: 

•    Be the point of contact in terms of visual merchandising for an assigned customer portfolio
•    Ensure compliance with the directives given by the Houses of the Kering Group
•    Identify and develop Trade Marketing plans at the local level 
•    Negotiate privileged spaces for assigned brands
•    Ensure maximum visibility in terms of POS for permanent and seasonal activities
•    Guarantee the local implementation of the Trade Marketing strategy in key cities and among Top Clients
•    Provide product training to designated customers
•    Assist the sales team in presenting collections to customers, particularly during local sales events
•    Assist the Marketing team in presenting products and brands to salespeople during seminars
•    Assist teams in organizing in-store and showroom events
•    Monitoring of sell-out results at certain points of sale

Who you are:

•    University degree 
•    +2 years of experience in commerce or visual merchandising, preferably in the optical, fashion, luxury or beauty sectors
•    Field-based experience required
•    Mobility: travel for 80% of your time in Belgium and Luxembourg
•    Good knowledge of the fashion and luxury markets
•    Training skills
•    Positive, proactive, results-oriented attitude and capable of self-motivation 
•    Good command of Excel and PowerPoint
•    Fluent both in Dutch and French
•    Good command of English
•    Driving Licence required

Why work with us ? 

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering Eyewear adventure and and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Company in 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.