Associate Merchandising Manager - Women's Ready-to-Wear and Silks

Location New YorkNew YorkUSA
Type Full-Time
Seniority Mid-Level
Posted Mar 1, 2026
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Join Gucci in New York as an Associate Merchandising Manager for Women's Ready-to-Wear and Silks. Drive business strategies and optimize assortments in a dynamic luxury fashion environment.

Overview

Gucci, a renowned name in the luxury fashion industry, is part of the Kering Group, a global leader in apparel and accessories. As an employer, Gucci is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and innovation, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for its employees to thrive and contribute to the brand's legacy of excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Senior Merchandising Manager and Vice President to drive seasonal business strategies exceeding financial goals within Open to Buy (OTB) parameters.
  • Ensure implementation of key messages and guidelines in the assortment during buying campaigns with guidance from Worldwide merchandising.
  • Develop assortments aligned with brand growth strategies and financial plans.
  • Analyze selling trends and manage reorders and consolidations to optimize sales and profitability.
  • Partner with Inventory Planning for timely allocation of new products, prioritizing key locations and channels for an omnichannel approach.
  • Work with Visual Merchandising to highlight high potential products and styles needing support.
  • Conduct in-season analysis and propose strategies to optimize assortments by store and channel.
  • Manage the merchandising process, providing product guidance and facilitating new orders in collaboration with Worldwide Merchandising and Supply Chain.
  • Coordinate special projects across categories during buying campaigns.
  • Deliver qualitative and quantitative feedback to Worldwide teams.
  • Review competitor activity and monitor pricing to optimize product positioning.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business, Finance, or related discipline preferred.
  • Minimum of 3-4 years of relevant buying experience in fashion and/or luxury environment.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office software.

Skills

Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally, 30-40% of the year. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Comfortable with ambiguity and adaptable to change. Organized and detail-oriented. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong eye for luxury products and commercial awareness.

Experience

A minimum of 3-4 years of relevant buying experience in the fashion and/or luxury industry is required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business, Finance, or related discipline preferred.

Benefits

Gucci offers a comprehensive benefits package, fostering a culture of inclusivity and accessibility throughout the employee life cycle.

Culture

Gucci prides itself on being a community of passionate individuals united by a shared goal of breaking new ground in the fashion world. The company values innovation, inclusivity, and accessibility, creating an environment where creativity and collaboration thrive.