Fashion Product Merchandising Manager Italy Market

The Fashion Product Merchandising manager for Italy leads the product strategy for the market, supports boutiques in defining and animating their assortment, and plays a pivotal role in supporting CHANEL's creative transition. The role involves working closely with the European team and Italian boutiques to optimize collection performance and ensure brand consistency.

Location: Italy

Salary: from 70,000 euro

Responsibilities

• Define and implement product strategy aligned with global and local market needs.
• Lead buying cycles, support boutiques during showroom and review processes.
• Monitor collection performance, stock levels, and delivery status to optimize sales.
• Collaborate with Visual Merchandising and Style teams on launches and commercial actions.
• Ensure brand DNA is upheld in boutique presentations and assortments.
• Dedicate at least 25% of time to boutique visits to identify opportunities and address challenges.
• Contribute to European Product Merchandising governance by sharing feedback and best practices.

Requirements

• Confirmed experience in Product Merchandising, ideally in Fashion (8-10 years minimum).
• Strong sense of fashion and product sensitivity, with knowledge of Italian market trends.
• Analytical skills and understanding of commercial performance levers.
• Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of CHANEL culture and Creation-first model.
• Service-oriented, open-minded, and enthusiastic about transformation and innovation.
• Fluent in Italian and English; French is a plus.
• Mobility throughout Italy with regular travel to Paris.

Benefits

• Meal vouchers
• Possibility to work remotely 2 days per week
• Corporate welfare program
• Supplementary health insurance
• Life insurance policy
• Accident insurance policy

Additional Information

• Application of the National Collective Labor Agreement for the Commerce and Tertiary Sector (CCNL Terziario Commercio).
• Contract type: Permanent.