BALENCIAGA - RTW Sales Merchandiser (H/F)

Job description

About us Cristóbal Balenciaga founded the House in 1917 in his home of Spain. In 1937, he established the brand in Paris, designing its collections there until 1968. Cristóbal Balenciaga had a reputation as a couturier of uncompromising standards and was referred to as "the master of us all" by Christian Dior and as “The Couturier of the Couturiers” by Gabrielle Chanel. The ultra-modern shapes were trademarks of the house. While the brand’s identity is firmly rooted in its highly conceptual prêt-à-porter collections, its leather goods, footwear, and accessories experience worldwide success as well. Among the archetypal products of the House are its handbag collections. A new focus on the development of Balenciaga ready-to-wear collections for men was quickly established as highly successful. Since October 2015, Demna has designed both men’s and women’s collections as the artistic director. The Balenciaga House, part of the Kering group since 2001, is one of the most influential names in fashion. We are currently in search of an experienced RTW Sales Merchandiser to bring forward the Ready to Wear Merchandising activities with a special focus on exclusives series and capsules. Reporting to the RTW Sales Merchandising Manager you will play a key role in delivering the RTW Product Strategy.

Your opportunity

As RTW Sales Merchandiser with a special focus on exclusives series and capsules you will lead the management of special projects, overseeing exclusive product launches, through OTB set up, project implementation, follow up with production and distribution and collection of feedbacks from the region, and will participate to the central WW merchandising team in the regular annual activities : seasonal buying, inventory management, sales analysis, auto replenishment strategy and following up on regional needs

How you will contribute

·  Analyze product performance in stores using qualitative and quantitative data, optimize stock, and participate in monthly Retail reviews to understand the sales performance.

·  Define product assortments, recommend strategies based on store typology and global strategy, contribute to Retail buying processes, and manage worldwide bulk orders.

·  Liaise with various departments (Collection Merchandising, Demand Planning, Commercial, Visual Merchandising, Training, Retail Excellence, Communication) on product launch strategies, in-store assortments, and communication plans, ensuring alignment and effective implementation.

Who you are

A professional with extensive experience within Sales Merchandising.

An industry specialist with sound knowledge of the current market and consumer trends, excellent product sensitivity, analytical and numeracy skills.

A highly organized individual with ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, fluent in French and English.

Why work with us?

This is a role within an international environment and a fast-growing House. You develop your expertise in a culture where everyone’s uniqueness is valued. You enhance your creativity, innovation and influencing skills by creating and developing corporate learning & development strategies at global level.

Balenciaga is committed to thriving your professional development within the House or in the Kering group. We empower leaders to create, build and sustain high performing teams that excel in execution. We guide every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Diversity Commitment

Balenciaga is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We believe that diversity in all its forms - gender, age, nationality, culture, disability, sexual orientation… - enriches the workplace and our client experience. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome all applications and select our talents based on competencies and in alignment with our brand behaviors. Setting people for success is what we live for. It is part of our interview process to discuss with you how to excel in our company.

·  Full time
·  Europe
·  France