Bottega Veneta Shoes Collection Merchandising Intern
Join Bottega Veneta in Milan as a Shoes Collection Merchandising Intern. Contribute to luxury fashion with Kering's global team.
Overview
Bottega Veneta, a distinguished name in luxury fashion, is renowned for its innovative craftsmanship and commitment to individuality since its inception in 1966. As part of the Kering Group, a global leader in luxury, Bottega Veneta offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters creativity and professional growth. The brand, deeply rooted in Italian culture, maintains a global perspective, offering exclusive products and a unique aesthetic.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and execution of the product strategy for women's and men's shoe collections.
- Contribute to the creation of the collection plan and explore new product opportunities.
- Conduct competitor benchmarking, including product typology, mix, and price mapping.
- Collaborate with the Product Development Team to track collection progress.
- Perform weekly and monthly sell-out analysis and generate ad hoc sales reports.
- Prepare documents for seasonal marketing activities and product launch events.
- Manage collection samples and support daily merchandising department activities.
- Assist in showroom preparation, including line sheets, collection files, and look lists.
- Oversee daily product category management and sample assortment requests.
- Develop product descriptions and conduct hierarchy checks with relevant departments.
- Support the development of collection training to convey collection inspirations and strategies.
- Prepare sell-in analysis at the end of the selling campaign.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of studies in Business Management, Fashion & Luxury Brand Management, or equivalent fields.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Italian is advantageous.
- Previous experience in similar roles, including internships, is beneficial.
- Retail experience is a plus.
Skills
Experience
A minimum of 6 months of experience in similar roles, including internships, is preferred.
Education
Studies in Business Management, Fashion & Luxury Brand Management, or equivalent.
Workplace
The role is situated in Milan, Lombardy, Italy. There are currently 547 open positions in Milan on Cerulean, with 14 added recently. Within Lombardy, Cerulean currently features 570 open roles, including 14 recent additions. Across Italy, Cerulean lists 1.306 open roles — 32 of them newly added.
Benefits
Opportunity to join a global luxury group with a commitment to talent development and internal mobility.
Culture
Bottega Veneta, as part of the Kering Group, promotes a workplace culture that values diversity in all its forms, fostering an environment where employees can express their talents and adapt to a changing world. The company is committed to equal opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.