Merchandising Manager - Jewelry, Watches, Sunglasses, and Beauty
Join Gucci in New York as a Merchandising Manager for Jewelry, Watches, Sunglasses, and Beauty. Leverage your expertise in luxury fashion buying to optimize assortments and drive sales.
Overview
Gucci, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, operates under the Kering Group, a global leader in apparel and accessories. Gucci is renowned for its innovative designs and exceptional craftsmanship. As an employer, Gucci offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters creativity and professional growth, encouraging employees to contribute to the brand's legacy of excellence.
Role & Responsibilities
- Adapt and implement the worldwide buying strategy at the regional level, considering market specificities and priorities.
- Collaborate on special projects across categories during buying campaigns, including capsules and seasonal collections.
- Perform in-season analysis to optimize assortments by store and ensure carryover product assortment is maximized.
- Coordinate with various regional functions on launches, store openings, renovations, and events.
- Work with Inventory Planning to define stock distribution rules for new and carryover styles.
- Monitor in-season cancellations and collaborate with Inventory Planning and Supply Chain.
- Partner with other merchandising team members to develop and execute merchandise assortment and buying plans.
- Monitor sales and sell-through to optimize stock and boost sales.
- Review competitor activity and internal pricing to optimize product positioning.
- Conduct regular store visits to highlight product information and buying strategies to store teams.
- Collaborate with visual merchandising and retail to enhance product presentation.
- Conduct sales plan reviews with regional and worldwide planning teams.
- Evaluate sales potential by event/store to inform open-to-buy opportunities.
- Provide strategic input for visual setups to impact business positively.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business, Finance, or related discipline desired.
- Minimum of 4-5 years of relevant buying experience in a fashion or luxury environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Must be organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally approximately 30% to 40% of the year.
- Ability to work a demanding schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Skills
Experience
A minimum of 4-5 years of relevant buying experience in a fashion and/or luxury environment is required.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business, Finance, or related discipline desired.
Benefits
Gucci offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts, fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment.
Culture
Gucci is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and accessibility, creating a community of passionate individuals dedicated to innovation and excellence in the fashion industry. The workplace environment encourages creativity, collaboration, and professional growth, making it an ideal setting for those who aspire to break new ground in the luxury sector.