Kering Department Store Manager

Kering is a global luxury group that manages the development of a collection of renowned houses in fashion, leather goods, and jewelry, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, and others. By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrow’s luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. In 2023, Kering had 49,000 employees and revenue of €19.6 billion.

1. Support brands in defining their strategy in the department store channel, including development paths and business models.
2. Initiate and drive business development opportunities, including negotiations with landlords.
3. Build and consolidate relationships with landlords.
4. Conduct contract reviews and commercial clause evaluations.
5. Monitor brand performance to identify potential improvements.
6. Initiate and foster market intelligence activities.
7. Prepare research and analysis to identify channel trends and customer behaviors.
8. Conduct financial modeling and advise brands.
9. Support the implementation of Kering Department Store strategic initiatives and projects.

1. Knowledge of the luxury and fashion market.
2. Knowledge of the department store sector.
3. English fluency.
4. Good standing.

1. Strong presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
2. Strong analytical skills.
3. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
4. Flexibility to adapt to urgencies and changing priorities.

The position is based in Milan, Italy, a key location for the luxury fashion industry. Kering fosters a culture of creativity and sustainability, empowering its employees to push the boundaries of luxury fashion.