- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €35,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
About Brunello Cucinelli
Founded in 1978, Brunello Cucinelli is an Italian luxury house renowned for exceptional cashmere, refined ready-to-wear and an understated aesthetic. Rooted in the medieval hamlet of Solomeo, Umbria, the company champions a philosophy of humanistic capitalism that places human dignity, craftsmanship and long-term stewardship at the heart of enterprise. As an employer, it offers a distinctive setting where artisanal heritage meets international ambition, bringing together expertise across design, production, retail and corporate functions. Its emphasis on respectful working relationships, the transmission of skills and the cultural life of its community defines an environment shaped by quality, responsibility and a shared appreciation of beauty.
Brunello Cucinelli is seeking a Retail Buyer and Merchandiser to manage and develop retail buying and merchandising activities for the menswear collection, contributing to sales targets and category performance. The role works across boutiques and cross-functional teams on product selection, allocation, replenishment, analysis and reporting. The gross annual salary is €35,000, including the fixed elements provided under the Clothing and Garment Industry collective agreement (CCNL).
Role & Responsibilities
- Participate in the buying campaign with the Retail Buying & Merchandising team, making qualitative and quantitative product selections in line with company guidelines and the brand image.
- Manage merchandising, distribution, allocation and order replenishment activities, ensuring adequate coverage across each market and channel.
- Continuously analyse market needs and sales trends, helping define strategies to increase sell-out and achieve performance targets.
- Collect and interpret qualitative and quantitative feedback from different markets to support the development of future collections.
- Prepare weekly, monthly and seasonal performance reports and analyses, providing key insights to optimise collection management.
- Identify best sellers, slow movers and best-performing sizes, and ensure efficient replenishment and stock-management strategies.
- Enter and monitor orders in the management system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with operational deadlines.
- Work with the Visual Merchandising and E-commerce teams to ensure a coherent assortment and an excellent retail experience in boutiques and digital channels.
- Work with the Retail Allocation, Retail Market Planning and Merchandise Planning teams to optimise stock management and product flows.
- Support alignment between boutiques and headquarters, ensuring smooth communication and the best possible presentation of the collections.
Qualifications
- Degree in economics or a related discipline; a specialisation in Luxury/Fashion Management is preferred.
- At least 4–5 years of experience in similar roles, preferably in structured international organisations.
- Excellent command of Italian and English.
- Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel; knowledge of SAP is a plus.
- Strong commercial sensitivity and excellent analytical skills.
- Strong problem-solving orientation.
- Natural ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Skills
Experience
At least 4–5 years in similar roles, preferably in structured international organisations.
Education
Degree in economics or a related discipline; a specialisation in Luxury/Fashion Management is preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Solomeo, Umbria, Italy — conveniently close to Perugia.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 35,000 per annum.
Benefits
Company welfare programme.
Culture
Brunello Cucinelli’s workplace culture is shaped by its philosophy of humanistic capitalism, placing human dignity, craftsmanship and respect at the heart of the business. Rooted in the Italian village of Solomeo, the brand fosters an environment that values artisanal expertise, a sense of community and a thoughtful balance between work and personal life.
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