- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 22, 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.
Celine seeks a Retail Merchandising Manager for women’s ready-to-wear and shoes, based in Paris on a permanent, full-time contract. Reporting to the EME Merchandising Director, the role develops seasonal merchandise plans and assortment strategy, achieves sales plans, and oversees inventory across Europe and the Middle East.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define the buying strategy and sales target before each buying session.
- Set assortments and quantities according to market needs and potential, as well as central guidelines.
- Present landings, key bets, collection feedback and market trends.
- Closely monitor business by category, region and store.
- Define and implement 360° action plans with retail, training, clienteling and relevant teams to achieve sales targets.
- Support the retail network in addressing specific market and client needs.
- Define a distribution strategy to optimize sales and sell-through.
- Optimize sales by organizing frequent stock rebalancing.
- Work closely with Supply Chain to monitor stock coverage.
Qualifications
- Fluent in French and English.
- Strong analytical ability, both quantitative and qualitative.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Pleasant, self-initiated, a team player and willing to learn.
- Organized, with the ability to meet deadlines and goals.
- Knowledge of Power BI is a plus.
Skills
Experience
At least 7 years of relevant experience in a retail environment, including regional exposure; the ATS also lists a 5-year minimum.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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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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