Kering Eyewear Area Sales Manager
Kering Eyewear, a prominent division of the global luxury conglomerate Kering, stands as a leader in the high-end eyewear sector. Renowned for its innovative approach, Kering Eyewear designs, develops, and markets an ensemble of powerful brands, offering the most coveted frames and sunglasses in the luxury and sport & lifestyle segments. The company is committed to pushing the boundaries of creativity and sustainability, empowering its brands to achieve their artistic and financial potential.
- Manage and develop business relationships with opticians, regional department stores, and independent customers.
- Drive sales and achieve budget targets by building a qualitative distribution network.
- Evaluate new customer positioning and suitability for launching new brands and collections.
- Ensure brand integrity by maintaining appropriate product distribution and in-store presentation according to brand merchandising standards.
- Research and target new customers.
- Plan effective store visits to achieve KPIs related to visit frequency, brand visibility, and sell-out per store.
- Conduct brand presentations and sell-in of new collections.
- Provide in-store training to retailer's sales staff on brands, products, and marketing activities.
- Ensure adequate stock levels in the assigned territory and support stock management processes.
- Implement trade marketing activities in collaboration with the trade marketing team to maximize customer sell-out.
- Collect sell-out reports from customers and manage orders with the customer services department.
- Ensure visual merchandising aligns with Kering's distribution strategy and manage the installation of marketing materials.
- Optimize brand presence in stores by negotiating and increasing brand visibility.
- Ensure high-quality customer service and manage orders and deliveries.
- Assist the Finance department with invoice and credit note queries.
- Handle client commercial returns requests in line with corporate policy.
- More than 2 years of experience in field sales roles within fashion, accessories, lifestyle, cosmetics, or high-end consumer goods.
- Experience in the eyewear sector is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Full clean driving license.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Sales-driven mindset with the ability to expand business and develop new opportunities.
- Confidence in customer interactions and account management.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage and improve sales processes.
Candidates should possess over two years of experience in field sales roles, ideally within the fashion, accessories, lifestyle, cosmetics, or high-end consumer goods sectors. Experience in the eyewear sector is considered beneficial.
Kering Eyewear offers a dynamic and stimulating work environment within a global luxury group, providing opportunities for professional growth and talent development. Employees are encouraged to reach their full potential through leadership skill development and internal mobility.
Kering Eyewear fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, valuing diversity in all its forms. The company promotes a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to express their talents and adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Kering welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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