Trainee (m/w/d) im Bereich Merchandising

Job description

We are looking for a driven, strategic and passionate Merchandising Trainee to support the Product Marketing & Merchandising department for Cartier Northern Europe. As part of the merchandising team, you will have the opportunity to gain knowledge on Jewelry, Watches, Accessories & Fragrances, by being involved in different cross-merchandising projects, boutique requests and operational tasks. You will also support the execution of staff sales.

Start will be in March 2025 for 12 Months.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure Product Availability

·  Close collaboration with HQ Operations and product managers for the preparation of the product launches and collection of the information about possible delays
·  Monitor monthly or weekly changes in sales trend, shortages, logistic processing, Regions/Boutiques stock, assortment and trends. Present findings to the team and propose solutions to management

Service to the Retail Network

·  Monitor boutique stock levels/assortments & sales to determine optimal product mix, recommend and execute actions to support sales
·  Build assortments by boutique; review & update based on trends, support boutique openings
·  Support sales forecasts for range & novelties
·  Interact with boutiques regarding stock availability; support all requests for products
·  Ensure proper product flow; share best practices for inter-boutiques transfers, guidelines on maintaining quality of stock

Active involvement in cross-functional projects

·  Execution and operational support on staff sales
·  Handling special projects and responsibilities as required. Communicate with Marketing, Corporate Retail; PR team; Warehouse; VM; Sales and Operations team
·  Support PR and other departments with products supply

Stock Management

·  Monitor inventory levels vs. targets and shortages, closely monitoring one-shot creations
·  Identify inventory opportunities by analyzing stock transfers & needs, propose assortment adjustments
·  Monitor product life cycle and organization of the returns of the old collections

PROFILE

·  Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, or related field
·  Internships or 1 year of experience in merchandising, store planning, buying or business development is required, preferably in the luxury industry
·  Strong interpersonal and communication skills are needed
·  An entrepreneurial mindset that includes curiosity to improve business acumen is required
·  Strong organizational skills with excellent time management and decision-making skills
·  Ability to build business strategies and plans related to inventory
·  Ability to quickly learn new software applications, must have excellent computer skills in SAP and Microsoft Office with strong focus on Excel, Analysis and PowerPoint.
·  Ability to travel as needed
·  Business fluency in English and German