Bvlgari Retail Merchandising Specialist (Watches & Jewellery)
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Apr 29, 2026
About Bvlgari
Bulgari is an Italian maison renowned for high jewellery, luxury watches and refined craftsmanship. As part of the LVMH group, Bulgari combines Roman heritage and contemporary creativity, operating a global retail network and cross‑functional teams focused on product excellence and customer experience.
Bulgari in Rome seeks a Retail Merchandising Specialist (Watches & Jewellery) to lead assortment and allocation across stores.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate global and novelties assortment sessions with Local Merchandisers to define optimal store assortments by cluster, product strategy and sales performance.
- Manage and validate assortments for new store openings, renovations/relocations and pop‑ups, liaising with Network Merchandising, Supply Chain and Distribution Planning to ensure timely execution.
- Oversee distribution and allocation of products managed on allocation, ensuring alignment with store needs, product priorities and commercial opportunities.
- Analyze weekly sales and inventory performance to identify opportunities and recommend actionable measures to maximize sell‑through in partnership with local and central teams.
- Act as primary contact for Central Supply Chain and Distribution Planning on assortment topics and priority setting for new product launches.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of assortment and distribution processes, supporting data‑driven decision making and process evolution.
Qualifications
- University degree in Business Management, Economics, or related field.
- 4–6 years of merchandising, assortment planning or similar experience, preferably within luxury or retail.
- Fluency in English and Italian.
- Strong quantitative and analytical aptitude with high attention to accuracy.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI is a plus.
- Proven stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Skills
Experience
4–6 years of progressive merchandising experience in retail or luxury environments, with demonstrated responsibility for assortment definition, allocation and sales analysis.
Education
University degree in Business Management, Economics or related discipline.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Culture
Bulgari blends Roman heritage and contemporary design within an international, collaborative workplace. The brand emphasises product sensitivity, craftsmanship and cross‑disciplinary teamwork, offering exposure to both local retail operations and central functions within the LVMH network.
About Cerulean
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