Southern Europe Visual Merchandising Manager
Bottega Veneta seeks a Southern Europe Visual Merchandising Manager in Paris, France. Oversee visual merchandising across seven countries, ensuring brand consistency and impactful product presentation.
Overview
Bottega Veneta, a distinguished member of the Kering Group, is renowned for its innovative craftsmanship and commitment to inspiring individuality. Rooted in Italian culture since 1966, the brand maintains a global outlook while offering exclusive products that embody both aesthetic and emotional appeal. As part of Kering, Bottega Veneta benefits from the conglomerate's dedication to talent development and fostering a diverse workforce.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee visual merchandising strategy and execution across seven countries, including Italy, France, Monaco, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Turkey.
- Manage visual merchandising services for over 45 stores, including new store openings, product launches, and seasonal programs.
- Ensure compliance with global visual merchandising standards and guidelines.
- Coordinate window changes, including product and prop ordering, logistics, and on-site setup.
- Document and report visual changes with photographic evidence after store visits.
- Collaborate with the Merchandising team to align visual merchandising with delivery calendars and collection planning.
- Promote brand image through impactful and creative displays.
- Manage visual displays for special events such as trunk shows and press events.
- Lead and develop a team of five Visual Merchandisers, providing coaching and motivation.
- Control and manage the visual merchandising travel budget in collaboration with the EMEA Visual Merchandising Manager.
- Solve visual merchandising challenges creatively across diverse markets.
- Approve store setup reports and ensure consistency across all Southern Europe stores.
- Collaborate with Global HQ for special projects, ensuring alignment with brand vision.
Qualifications
- 5-7 years of experience in visual merchandising within the fashion or luxury sector.
- Proven leadership and team management skills across multiple countries.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with various stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and managerial skills.
- Excellent communication and creative skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Photoshop.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Italian or other Southern European languages is advantageous.
Skills
Experience
5-7 years of experience in visual merchandising for a fashion retailer or within the artistic/luxury sector.
Benefits
Joining Bottega Veneta offers the opportunity to be part of a global luxury group with endless possibilities for learning and growth. The company is committed to fostering internal mobility and talent development, promoting leadership skills, and providing a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.
Culture
Bottega Veneta, as part of the Kering Group, embraces diversity in all its forms, believing it enriches the workplace and fosters adaptability in a changing world. The company is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their background.