Couture Salon Coordinator
Join Balenciaga in Paris as a Couture Salon Coordinator, a key role in the luxury fashion industry. Enhance client experiences and manage couture events.
Overview
Balenciaga, a prestigious member of the Kering Group, is renowned for its avant-garde approach to fashion and its rich heritage in haute couture. The brand is celebrated for its innovative designs and commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, offering a dynamic and inspiring environment for professionals in the luxury fashion industry.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee administrative and logistical support for sales activities, including quotes, orders, payments, invoices, and exports.
- Coordinate client order tracking with workshops and development teams.
- Manage the schedule of Salon appointments, prepare fitting rooms, and assist during appointments as needed.
- Integrate sales into the internal PLM system and ensure efficient shipment management.
- Organize and supervise client events such as RTW and Couture shows, trunk shows, and dinners, both domestically and internationally.
- Plan Couture collection presentations in Paris and abroad for clients.
- Supervise team travel arrangements and logistics for fittings and presentations.
- Enhance the Couture client experience in collaboration with the global clienteling team.
- Manage temporary staff and supply orders for Salons, packaging, and collections.
- Develop communication and sales support tools, both print and digital.
- Monitor the budget for Couture Salon activities and ensure proper invoice processing using ESKER.
- Support the development of the gifting strategy in collaboration with the Visual Identity team.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a haute couture house as a showroom coordinator or back-office manager.
Skills
Experience
A minimum of one year of experience in a similar role within a haute couture environment.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to reach their full potential in a supportive and dynamic environment. The brand values diversity and inclusivity, believing that varied perspectives enrich the workplace and enhance the customer experience.