VIE - Visual Merchandising & Assortment Assistant

Job description

CHANEL is a highly inclusive company focused on creating a culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams

The Portuguese Fragrance & Beauty Market is changing at a fast pace and CHANEL, as a luxury brand, needs more than ever to make the right decisions to preserve is Brand Image.

Your role @CHANEL:

At CHANEL Portugal, the Sales and Marketing Departments are under the same supervision allowing a better articulation and fostering the creation of synergies and shared projects. 

At the department you will find a strongly motivated team used to work in a sharing environment without barriers and always promoting fluent workflows.

Reporting directly to the Trade & VM manager our main goal is to develop long-term relations with our partners, implementing local and international strategies to boost sales and improve brand image.

The Visual Merchandising & Assortment Assistant is responsible for supporting the visual merchandising manager and product manager on the implementation of strategies in line with brand guidelines and business objectives.

As Visual Merchandising & Assortment Assistant you have the following responsibilities:

·  Communicate and execute Visual Merchandising (VM) guidelines gave by VM Manager, ensuring brand consistency across all sales points.
·  Adaptation, communication and implementation of planograms and product display strategies to maximize conversion rates and improve the customer experience.
·  Reports to central team: analyze the performance of VM campaigns and suggest improvements based on sales data and consumer behavior.
·  Develop VM materials and guidelines for store teams, ensuring proper implementation of directives.
·  Stay up to date with market trends and innovations in visual merchandising and assortment to optimize brand strategies.
·  Coordinate the execution of seasonal campaigns and product launches.
·  Keep CHANEL assortment database updated for al channels.
·  Monitor the performance of the product mix, adjusting the offering based on identified opportunities and challenges.
·  Collaborate with the marketing and forecast teams to define a strategic product assortment aligned with market trends and customer needs.

Your profile @CHANEL:

·  BA in business administration, marketing or similar relevant field.
·  Microsoft office advanced user.
·  Fluent in English & knowledge of Portuguese desirable

What you can bring to the team:

·  Analytical and critical thinker
·  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail
·  Flexible, easy adaptation to fast path environment
·  Decision-making and priorities management
·  Teamwork

This is an impact-focused summary of the job and it’s helpful to note that responsibilities listed are not exhaustive; additional and more detailed duties will be shared during interview.

We Are Offering:

At CHANEL , we believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This VIE mission offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, expand your horizons, and contribute to the success of our global F&B division. Join us and be part of a team that values creativity, excellence, and the pursuit of perfection.

·  Opportunity to enhance your career path.
·  Join a diverse and dynamic team in a unique workplace.
·  Enjoy a mission in an amazing market.

The candidate must fulfill the VIE conditions:

·  Anyone aged over 18 and under 28 at the time they register can apply.
·  The latest your assignment can start is on the day of your 29th birthday. No exceptions can be made.
·  You must have French or European nationality (i.e. be a national of a Member State of the European Economic Area, which includes the 28 Member States of the European Union including Norway, Iceland, Lichtenstein and Monaco).
·  You must have fully complied with any national service obligations in your country of origin.
·  You must be entitled to your full rights as a citizen and have no criminal record. You must meet the physical aptitude test required for people carrying out the same activities in the host organisation.
·  The VIE Program aims to facilitate international business development and provide young professionals with valuable international work experience. It is designed to strengthen the skills and knowledge base of both the home office (regional team) sending company and the host market.

More information on the following website: https://mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr/

If this description resonates with you, and you believe you are the perfect fit for this position, please apply by submitting your CV. We look forward to welcoming you in CHANEL Portugal.

At CHANEL, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to CHANEL.