Kering Eyewear Retail Excellence Optical Trainer

Milan • Italy

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Kering Eyewear, a distinguished leader in the luxury and high-end eyewear sector, operates as part of the globally renowned Kering Group. Known for its innovative approach, Kering Eyewear designs, develops, manufactures, and markets an impressive portfolio of frames and sunglasses across the luxury and sport & lifestyle segments. The company empowers its brands to transcend their limits, fostering leadership and innovation in the eyewear industry while realizing their artistic and financial potential sustainably.

1. Implement technical training programs for diverse target groups including Sales Associates, Brand Ambassadors, and LABs within the assigned area.
2. Execute training programs through various formats such as classroom training, in-store training, on-field coaching, and webinars.
3. Collaborate with various sales channels, understanding different business models to define effective training strategies.
4. Coordinate and serve as the main point of reference for training plans agreed with key channels.
5. Customize training materials provided by HQ to meet specific market needs.
6. Support local sales events by reinforcing technical messages during collections’ presentations.
7. Conduct efficient store visits aligned with key channel priorities and objectives, while monitoring competitors.
8. Analyze key performance indicators to measure training relevance and effectiveness.
9. Monitor and control the travel budget to ensure cost-effectiveness.
10. Proactively seek new and efficient training solutions and methodologies.
11. Understand brand business models and objectives, focusing on brand DNA, heritage, collections, product features, and technicalities.

1. 3-4 years of experience in a similar role.
2. Degree in Optics and Optometry or previous experience in the Optical Industry.

1. Excellent training content creation and copywriting skills.
2. Fluency in Italian and proficiency in English (minimum C1 level).
3. Proficiency in MS Office with advanced expertise in PowerPoint.
4. Familiarity with both traditional and modern training methods.
5. Strong focus on results and adherence to deadlines.
6. Dynamic, proactive, flexible, and curious with a commitment to teamwork.
7. Strong team player with excellent communication, entrepreneurial spirit, autonomy, and problem-solving skills.
8. Passionate and enthusiastic about optical training and product development.

3-4 years of experience in a similar role within the optical industry.

Degree in Optics and Optometry.

The position offers the opportunity to join a thriving company within a global luxury group, with endless possibilities for learning and growth. Kering promotes talent development and internal mobility, fostering leadership skills in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce, believing that diversity in all its forms enriches the workplace. The company values gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation diversity, fostering an environment where talent can be expressed individually and collectively. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Kering welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.