Retail Trainer Europe
Join Maison Margiela in Paris as a Retail Trainer Europe, designing and delivering training programs to enhance retail performance. Fluency in English and French required.
Overview
Maison Margiela, a distinguished Paris-based fashion house established in 1988 by Belgian designer Martin Margiela, is renowned for its avant-garde approach to fashion and its commitment to artistic expression. As part of the OTB Group since 2002, Maison Margiela continues to redefine modern fashion while maintaining its unique identity and heritage. The brand offers a diverse range of products, including haute couture, ready-to-wear collections, footwear, accessories, and fragrances.
Role & Responsibilities
- Design and deliver training programs (both in-person and digital) for all collections and new categories.
- Utilize product expertise to inspire teams and promote training during launches and seasonal collections.
- Conduct training on the Selling Ceremony and sales techniques to enhance retail performance and KPIs in line with Maison priorities.
- Monitor and assess the impact of training to ensure team progression aligned with strategy and learning pathways.
- Coordinate pre- and post-training activities with Learning teams and collaborate with central and regional teams to evaluate and improve programs.
- Support team development and serve as the training reference for product teams in collaboration with European merchandising.
- Plan store visits to analyze and observe training impact, and organize all programs via a training calendar aligned with the Learning strategy.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce or related field, with at least 5 years of experience as a Retail Trainer, ideally in an international context.
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Retail Trainer role, preferably with international exposure.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Commerce or related field.
Benefits
Competitive benefits package including opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading fashion house.
Culture
Maison Margiela fosters a culture of innovation and creativity, encouraging its employees to push boundaries and embrace the unconventional. The company values artistic expression and collaboration, offering a dynamic and inspiring work environment.