Leather Goods, Accessories and Fragrances Manager

Job description

Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values ​​of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

Mission

As a Category Manager, you will be the ultimate ambassador and business driver for leather goods, accessories and Fragrance. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our market presence, enhancing product performance, and ensuring our offerings resonate deeply with our discerning local clientele. This position requires a blend of strategic thinking, analytical prowess, and exceptional communication skills to lead initiatives from product expertise to market execution.

Responsibilities

PRODUCT EXPERTISE & AMBASSADORSHIP:

• Act as the ultimate ambassador and referent for leather goods, Fragrance and accessories, embodying its essence and values.
• Develop profound local product knowledge and intelligence, staying ahead of market trends and consumer preferences.
• Empower our office and sales teams by providing comprehensive product knowledge, compelling storytelling, and effective transmission of key messages.
• Drive business performance by creating and disseminating insightful product information, leveraging market dynamics, client insights, and competitive analysis to identify and measure Maison growth potential (volume & value).
• Lead local product training initiatives for the category, define Learning & Development budget priorities, and contribute actively to the creation of European training content.

MARKETING ACTION PLAN & EXECUTION:

• Translate regional priorities into impactful and localized marketing action plans, ensuring seamless execution.
• Rigorously monitor and analyze product category performance across collections, networks, and client profiles, utilizing defined European KPIs to track success.
• Oversee and execute local projects, including 360 product launches, and other key brand activations.
• Gather and synthesize qualitative product insights and feedback from the market to inform future action plans.
• Actively participate in Regional Marketing Communities and contribute to transversal projects, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT & OPTIMIZATION:

• Manage the collection range and ensure the successful launch of novelties, including the development and implementation of display guidelines.
• Ensure local assortments are meticulously defined by the region and remain consistent with local Point of Sale (POS) typologies and market priorities.
• Collaborate closely with Area Sales Managers to define and monitor POS sales ambitions and optimize visible assortment strategies.
• Plan and monitor stock balancing in conjunction with local stock coordinators to effectively support local activation initiatives.
• Drive optimal offer representation and ensure consistency across client and distribution network typologies, in partnership with local Visual Merchandising and boutique Managers.
• Implement and continuously monitor pricing and positioning strategies to maintain competitive advantage and brand integrity.

Category managers are required to spend more than 50% of their time in the field to gain a deep understanding of their product category and maintain close proximity to the market

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• Proven experience in Marketing within the luxury retail sector.
• Strong project management capabilities, with a track record of successfully leading complex initiatives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of inspiring and influencing diverse stakeholders.
• A deep understanding of market dynamics, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix organization and contribute to cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English; additional languages relevant to the region are a significant advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Self-motivated, positive attitude and team player
• Strong learning agility

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