Celine Product Manager, Leather Goods
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
About Celine
Founded in Paris in 1945 by Céline Vipiana, Celine is a storied French luxury house renowned for its modernist elegance, exacting craftsmanship, and quietly powerful vision of contemporary style. As part of LVMH, the Maison offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a global brand while remaining rooted in Parisian heritage, artisanal excellence, and creative discipline. Celine seeks individuals who combine cultural sensitivity, precision, and entrepreneurial spirit across design, merchandising, retail, operations, and corporate functions. The house fosters an environment where talent is expected to uphold exceptional standards, shape refined client experiences, and participate in the continuing evolution of a distinctive luxury identity.
Céline seeks Product Manager for Women's Leather Goods in Paris. Drive collection development, merchandising strategy, and cross-functional coordination for luxury handbags.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop collection briefs and frameworks, defining market requirements through qualitative insights and quantitative analysis; establish appropriate sizing and structure for each collection
- Manage product lines and collection development in close collaboration with the group lead and design team; maintain collection tracking tools including syntheses, collection plans, product lists, pricing schedules, and sample reviews
- Coordinate material procurement for sampling, launch samples for showroom presentations, and oversee product refinement in partnership with Italian development teams
- Define target pricing and margins to balance commercial viability with brand positioning
- Orchestrate buying sessions by drafting showroom briefs, creating and updating documentation (modelarios, SKU lists, compliance checklists), and validating product information in PLM systems
- Conduct sell-in and sell-out analysis with Retail Merchandising; produce ad-hoc performance analyses and competitive activity monitoring
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with Image, PR, Legal, Digital, and Visual Merchandising departments; develop training materials for boutiques and ecommerce product descriptions
Qualifications
- Commerce school or university degree
- 3–5 years' professional experience in merchandising or product development within leather goods
- Strong product sensibility and attention to detail
- Demonstrated autonomy, capacity to prioritize effectively, and adaptability to rapid change
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced analytical and presentation capabilities
- Collaborative team orientation
- Proficiency in MS Office suite with advanced Excel competency
- Professional-level English fluency (required)
- Italian language proficiency preferred
Skills
Experience
3–5 years' experience in merchandising or product development, specifically in leather goods categories. Candidates must demonstrate proven expertise in collection planning, product lifecycle management, and cross-departmental collaboration within the luxury fashion environment.
Education
Degree from a commerce school or university
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Celine cultivates a refined, exacting workplace where creativity, discipline, and a deep respect for Parisian elegance shape every decision. As an employer, it values craftsmanship, cultural awareness, and strong individual ownership, offering teams an environment that is both demanding and inspiring within the world of luxury fashion.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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