Description
For our HQ in Milan we are looking for a Merchandising Manager, who will report directly to the Product Marketing Director, in order to define and implement the strategy for the Bags category.
Main Responsibilities
- Monitor of global and local trends market and competitor analysis through research trips and store checks alongside with designers and Sales team;
- Implement a monitoring system to analyze available sales data (sell_in / sell_out), by areas/customer and channels;
- Define and implement the merchandising plan and strategy of the Bags category, based on the Company guidelines;
- Develop the collection briefings in accordance with Marketing & Communication and R&D departments, defining lines, models, materials, price points and target costs;
- Coordinate sales campaign globally and analyze the variance forecast vs ordered;
- Prepare sales forecasts, monitor sales volumes, revenues and costs against forecast, adapt plans to improve sales performance of the product
- Maintain a close and constant relationship with Sales Team and commercial input sharing;
- Present the collection and merchandising strategy during sales convention to sales force and agents;
- Collaborate in the definition and implementation of main trade fairs (Pitti Uomo, Premium, ..)
Skill Requirements
- 5+ years of experience (merchandising and/or buying) in the role;
- Deep Bags & Small Leather Goods market knowledge (experience with Far East production and timeline is a plus);
- Economics or Marketing degree;
- Strong analytical mindset;
- Strong negotiation skills;
- Fluent in English;
- Excellent team working and communication skills;
- Ability to manage multiple projects;
- Willing to travel up to 25% of time.