Collection Merchandising Intern (Men's Collection)

Overview

Loro Piana is an Italian luxury house renowned for its exceptional textile expertise and discreet, refined ready-to-wear and accessories. Part of the LVMH group, the brand emphasizes artisanal craftsmanship, superior natural fibres and a measured approach to product excellence across global retail and wholesale channels.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the Men's Collection Merchandising team in Milan on day-to-day activities over a six-month curricular internship.
• Prepare and maintain reports, slide decks and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform trend interpretation and collection positioning.
• Analyze sell-in and sell-out data across Retail, Wholesale and Franchising channels to support assortment and replenishment decisions.
• Assess collection composition and purchasing metrics to identify assortment opportunities and inventory risks.
• Assist during the pricing phase of the collection, providing data and documentation to support commercial decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in hybrid on-site/remote work as required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Marketing, Management or a closely related discipline (enrolled or recently completed).
• Fluency in Italian and English, both written and spoken; additional languages are a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and Power Point for analysis and presentation purposes.
• Demonstrable interest in fashion, retail markets, trends and brand strategies.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail, problem-solving skills, adaptability and a collaborative attitude.

Skills

Experience

Entry-level (beginner). Suitable for Master's students or recent graduates; prior internships or coursework in merchandising, retail or fashion analytics are advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

Master's degree in Marketing, Management or similar (enrolled or recently completed).

Benefits

Ticket Restaurant

Culture

Loro Piana cultivates a culture that values craftsmanship, discretion and meticulous attention to detail. Teams are collaborative and product-focused, combining traditional savoir-faire with an international commercial outlook.