Merchandising Manager – Bags Category

Descrizione

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.