Delvaux Global Retail Merchandising Manager

Brussels Belgium

Friday, January 31, 2025

Delvaux, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance. As part of a larger conglomerate, Delvaux benefits from a rich heritage and a global presence, offering employees the opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative environment that values creativity and excellence.

1. Define and implement the global merchandising strategy, aligning creative and financial product requirements with market needs and trends.
2. Ensure the execution and implementation of the global merchandising strategy across regions, collaborating with regional merchandisers and various departments.
3. Plan cohesive and balanced assortments that reflect creative direction and respond to consumer demands, ensuring optimal ROI.
4. Strategize with local markets to identify needs, analyze performance, and make tactical recommendations for profitability and collection development.
5. Lead the planning of new season and permanent collections, collaborating with product development from design to final product.
6. Review global pricing and regional positioning each season, considering market needs, brand positioning, and competition.
7. Create merchandising overviews and build monthly product launch plans aligned with strategic commercial moments.
8. Collaborate with retail, communication, digital, and VM teams for impactful product launches.
9. Provide merchandising support and deliverables for collection presentations and feedback.
10. Define and manage sell-in budgets and forecasts at global and regional levels.
11. Coordinate with regions for seasonal order creation and ensure database accuracy.
12. Collaborate with supply chain to secure timely delivery of collections and optimize stock rotation.
13. Analyze sales data and manage product lifecycle in collaboration with product and finance teams.
14. Support quantitative and qualitative analysis for reporting and management reviews.

1. 5-7 years of experience in the fashion industry
2. Fluency in English and French
3. Strong interest in fashion and trends
4. Open-minded, motivated, and proactive
5. Result-driven with analytical and problem-solving skills
6. Proficiency in Excel
7. First management experience and international exposure are advantageous

1. Strategic planning and execution
2. Market analysis and trend identification
3. Cross-departmental collaboration
4. Budget and forecast management
5. Sales and stock analysis
6. Communication and presentation skills

A minimum of 5-7 years in the fashion industry, with experience in merchandising or a related field.

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.

Delvaux fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, where creativity is celebrated and collaboration is encouraged. The company values diversity and inclusivity, providing a supportive environment for professional growth and development.