Retail Merchandising Manager, Outlet EMEA

The Retail Merchandising Manager, Outlet EMEA is responsible for managing the Buying process for the Outlet business and contribute to the development of the Company’s overall goals, ensuring that the plans for the Buying areas are appropriately integrated. The Merchandising Manager actively influences the strategic direction of the business. Job Responsibilities: Understanding and fulfilling individual store / product needs and accountable for the budget that is used to create all store assortments Taylor assortments by store base on brand strategy, sales history, consumer profile, ensuring the correct balance between volume drivers and image pieces curating differentiation between stores Drives in season management of the range to drive revenue and the trade the business in the proper way Partner with Global Merchandising teams to ensure product needs are met and highlight regional trends Partner with Visual Merchandising to ensure the range will be presented in the stores in the proper way following VM Standards Partner with Retail Director/Area Manager and Store Manager to gather products feedback and market opportunities Partner with Regional Marketing to highlight key investments for the Region Prepare actions plan to boost sales in low performing categories Prepare product training documents and present the buying strategy to the teams in store Arrange business trips and visits to stores to have a clear picture of the market, store profile, clientele, competitors Profile: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Studies or Economics Must have at least 3 years of managerial experience in a similar role; Passion for commerce/product Demonstrates commercial instinct Strong Analytical skills Retail maths skills Advanced skills in Excel Fluent in English and Italian. Location : Milan HQ At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V J-18808-Ljbffr