Reference code: JR130184
Since its creation in 1952 by Gaby Aghion, Parisian Maison, Chloé, has championed a vision of liberated and free femininity. Driven by a desire to challenge the rigid codes and silhouettes of 1950s haute couture, Gaby Aghion defined an elevated, accessible and vibrant perspective on fashion. One that could accompany women in their newly freer daily lives, allowing for freedom of movement.
From its beginnings, Chloé has distinguished itself through a culture of collaboration, consistently showcasing new talents including Karl Lagerfeld, Stella McCartney, Phoebe Philo, and Clare Waight Keller. At the heart of this collaborative creativity is a desire to bring together the Maison values and savoir-faire, to cultivate a Youthful Spirit and a sense of Freedom, Optimism, Collective and Authenticity. To this day, these are our core values which inspire every member of the Chloé Maison.
Under the current creative direction of Chemena Kamali, the Maison is writing a new chapter in its history. True to Gaby Aghion's legacy, we place our clients at the heart of everything we undertake, whether through the quality of our creations or the attention paid to their experience with the Maison, which aims to be unique and memorable.
In line with the ambitious Fashion Accessories plan for Chloé, he/she will be a key support in defining the Fashion Accessories strategic plan. He/She will follow the translation of both the strategic targets and the design vision into a carry-over and seasonal assortment of products within an efficient collection framework while respecting development calendar milestones.
The Collection Merchandising Manager is reporting to the Fashion Accessories Director.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
- Elaborates the collection plan (from Brief to show-room), consistent with Chloé DNA, merchandising strategy and design direction, while liaising with other products categories for consistency
- Ensures the efficiency and optimization of the product offer including seasonals and carry-overs, taking into account all regional specificities and market needs, in collaboration with Sales Merchandising
- Leads the competition analysis in terms of collection structure and market evolutions
- Develops a strong partnership with Operations to define collection planning, priorities, quality standards and timings
- Defines products price positioning strategy and secures margins together with the Operations teams
- Guarantees the storytelling and accuracy of product information, up till store training
- Manages the showroom and press samples (orders & flow)
HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?
- Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in Collection Merchandising or Product Merchandising, ideally within the luxury sector.
- Proven expertise in building accessories collections, from offer strategy to market launch.
- Strong ability to transform a creative vision into a high-performing, coherent, and profitable assortment.
- Excellent command of market analysis, product performance management, and pricing strategy definition.
- Solid experience in managing international collections, with a good understanding of regional challenges.
- Influential leader, capable of uniting and challenging multiple stakeholders (Design, Development, Operations, Merchandising, Regions).
- Strategic mindset, strong product sense, and deep luxury culture.
- Rigour, agility, and ability to thrive in a demanding and constantly evolving environment.
- Fluent English essential.
