Bvlgari Merchandising Manager

About Bvlgari

Founded in Rome in 1884, Bvlgari is one of the world’s most distinctive luxury houses, celebrated for its bold Italian creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and mastery of jewellery, watches, accessories, fragrances, and hospitality. As an employer, Bvlgari offers a refined, international environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a culture of excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and client-centric elegance. The Maison values diverse expertise, from artisanal savoir-faire to retail leadership and corporate functions, and encourages professional growth within the wider LVMH ecosystem. Working at Bvlgari means joining a Roman-born brand with a global vision and an enduring passion for beauty.

Role & Responsibilities

• Contribute to the regional merchandising strategy, aligning central guidelines with local needs to drive sales growth and strengthen brand image based on store typology, market trends, and client profiles.
• Drive the regional buying strategy by category and store, balancing newness and bestsellers to reflect each store’s identity and client needs.
• Define open-to-buy plans and sales forecasts in line with financial targets.
• Monitor sales performance through quantitative analysis, business reviews, and qualitative feedback to identify trends and build product expertise.
• Conduct sell-through analysis and monitor stock coverage to anticipate demand trends and ensure adequate sales coverage.
• Lead competitor analysis covering pricing, assortment, and industry trends.
• Partner with stores and central teams, sharing feedback and best practices and ensuring structured communication on key merchandising matters, including new launches, best practices, and competitor analysis.
• Collaborate with Visual Merchandising on store zoning, product display, and business priorities to ensure commercially effective, brand-compliant visibility that drives sales.
• Collaborate with Training on new product launches and in-store product briefings, equipping teams with the product knowledge and tools to sell effectively.
• Provide CRM with targeted product input to support tailored client outreach and maximize sell-through for special launches.
• Support Marketing in aligning brand communications with local product strategy across PR, media, in-store animation, and out-of-store activations.
• Work closely with local Supply Chain and central teams to support timely new store openings, covering assortment, product availability, and stock rebalancing.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of retail merchandising or buying experience, with a strong understanding of the relevant market and luxury industry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Strong analytical background and exceptional forecasting skills.
• Client-centric approach and a retail mindset.
• Curiosity and readiness to challenge the status quo.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Public speaking ability.

Skills

Experience

At least 5 years of retail merchandising or buying experience.

Culture

Bvlgari fosters a dynamic, multicultural workplace where Italian heritage, Roman creativity, and exceptional craftsmanship shape every aspect of the employee experience. The Maison encourages entrepreneurship, collaboration, and a passion for excellence, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to a bold luxury vision across jewelry, watches, fragrances, accessories, and hospitality.

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