Requirements: English
Company: Stone Island
Region: Milan , Lombardy
Join to apply for the Retail Merchandiser & Buyer role at Stone IslandWe are looking for a Retail Merchandiser & Buyer to join our HQ Retail Merchandising Team based in Milan and who will directly report to the Retail Merchandising Manager.You will have the opportunity to join a team focused on different and exciting projects, ensuring the smooth running of all activities. You will be responsible for constantly monitoring the business performance, being constantly up to date and informed on market changes and client needs, analyzing and presenting the best strategies that will maximize the sales performance.KEY ACTIVITIES:Market intelligence: consolidate inputs from regions of competence on business trends, competitor offer, and product needs;Buying activities: Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis to define assortment ensuring a balanced product mix, aligning with Retail and Collection Merchandising on the key seasonal messages and core product selection (20 stores);Gather product feedback and market needs to exploit business opportunities; conduct qualitative analysis daily and share inputs on visual merchandising and relocation;Inventory activities: Collaborate with the allocation team on stock level optimization across stores to maximize sales; analyze selling trends and take actions on reorders or cancellations; monitor supply and slow movers;Research and continuously update on business trends, competitor offers, and product needs;Execute training on buying investments to stores, ensuring full understanding of the collection and strategy.REQUIREMENTS:The ideal candidate would possess:A minimum of 3 years experience in similar roles, preferably within fashion and luxury industries;Academic background in Economics, Enterprise Management, or Management Engineering;Ability to build ranges based on store profiles, visualize product selections, and analyze past sales performance;Experience in menswear luxury retail preferred;Strong product knowledge and a high-end luxury sensibility;Analytical mindset with the ability to identify new product initiatives;Flexibility and diplomacy in stakeholder interactions;Hands-on problem-solving skills;Attention to detail and multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment;Fluency in Italian and English; additional languages are a plus;Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint;Understanding of current market trends.OUR VALUES:PASSION BURNER: Enthusiastic about life, with strong interests, capable of transmitting emotions;EXCELLENCE SEEKER: Proactive, goal-oriented, continuously striving to exceed expectations;COMMUNITY BUILDER: Committed to building lasting relationships with clients and fostering a team spirit around the brand;AUTHENTICITY KEEPER: Trustworthy, genuine, honest, acting according to personal and brand values;EXPLORATION LOVER: Curious, open-minded, eager to learn through experience and others.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionStrategy/Planning and MarketingIndustriesRetail Apparel and FashionRetail Luxury Goods and Jewelry#J-18808-Ljbffr