BOTTEGA VENETA Women Handbags Junior Collection Merchandiser

Job description

Summary
Bottega Veneta – inspiring individuality with innovative craftmanship since 1966. Creativity lies at the heart of all that we do. Born in Vicenza the house is rooted in Italian culture yet maintains a truly global outlook. An inclusive brand with exclusive products Bottega Veneta is as much of a feeling as it is an aesthetic.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Women Handbags Junior Collection Merchandiser as part of our dynamic team in Milan.

How you will contribute:

·  Participate in the growth of the existing business, enrich lines, functions and explore new product opportunities: maintaining a strong coherence between Women’s and Men’s collection in terms of product positioning.
·  Support the definition of the collection merchandising strategy with the Collection Merchandiser and Head of Collection Merchandising.
·  Elaborate the collection plan, defining the offer structure for the collection in terms of breadth, depth and the positioning of each relevant product and follow-up product development with the Product team.
·  Undertake benchmark and product mix analysis.
·  Conduct global sales analysis (sell-in and sell-out) to communicate sales findings, orientate the carry-over and continuative style strategy as well as propose appropriate action to take.
·  Support in the design of the pricing architecture to hit the company’s target margins. Carry-out pricing analysis to develop a pricing strategy aligned with the findings for the different markets.
·  Elaborate and maintain product descriptions, functions, categorisation and keeping the seasonal collection file reflecting the up to date range.
·  Build acute eye for detail to ensure all documents are updated (colour and material information, codes, prices).
·  Monitor the samples’ reception and follow-up with Product team, organise and label the products ahead of the showroom, track samples reception in the sample tracker
·  Be a key support in developing the showroom selling tools and training preparations - explain the collection inspiration, direction and relevant product information to help convey the product’s strategy.
·  Connecting with various key stakeholders (such as regions, training, e-commerce) to ensure the consistency of the product strategy

Who you are:

·  Merchandising experience: 2-5 years (including experience on Leather Goods categories).
·  Strong analytical skills.
·  Detail oriented.
·  Curiosity for technical subtilities the products of this category are requiring.
·  Aesthetical sensibility, product knowledge and passion for Fashion combined with a strong analytical mindset.
·  Passion for product.
·  High taste level.
·  Organizational and problem-solving abilities.
·  Teamwork and good relational skills.
·  Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Power Point and Office.

Why work with us?

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

Job Type
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Start Date
2022-02-21

Schedule
Full time

Organization
Bottega Veneta SRL