Chanel Business, Merchandising & Operations Manager

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Employment Full-Time
Seniority Manager
Posted Dec 8, 2025

Chanel seeks a Business, Merchandising & Operations Manager in Istanbul to support boutique performance and coordinate operational projects. Fluent in English and Turkish required.

Overview

Chanel stands as a paragon of luxury and elegance, synonymous with timeless style and innovation. As part of a global conglomerate, Chanel offers a dynamic and enriching work environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront. Employees are encouraged to grow and contribute to the brand's legacy of sophistication and craftsmanship.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the performance management of Chanel's Fashion Boutiques in Istanbul and Bodrum.
  • Ensure product assortments align with the 'One Boutique One Story' and Fashion Europe strategy.
  • Strengthen and animate the community of Sales Managers and Operation Managers.
  • Promote local best practices to regional teams and report on specific needs.
  • Support boutiques on operational projects and topics.
  • Coordinate distribution projects including boutique openings, renovations, and relocations.
  • Build annual commercial objectives and coordinate monthly objectives with boutiques.
  • Conduct network performance analysis and build ad-hoc reports.
  • Lead performance improvement action plans such as incentives.
  • Participate in finance forecasting in collaboration with the Finance team.
  • Ensure Open-to-Buy (OTB) aligns with boutique needs and priorities.
  • Coordinate buying sessions and support Boutique Managers in assortment construction.
  • Pilot collection lifecycle and optimize collection performance.
  • Provide day-to-day support to retail teams for operational efficiency.
  • Monitor performance and impact of retail digital tools and systems.
  • Prepare and coordinate boutique openings, closings, renovations, and relocations.

Qualifications

  • Fluent in English and Turkish.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI.

Skills

Advanced analytical capabilities. Strong product sensibility and interest in fashion. Excellent communication skills. Proven track record of coordination and project management. Ability to engage and work in synergy with different departments.

Experience

Extensive experience in retail, either within a retail environment or in a service capacity to retail.

Workplace

This position is based in Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey. Cerulean lists 40 open roles in Istanbul, including 1 posted recently. In Turkey as a whole, Cerulean currently features 51 open positions, with 1 posted this week.

Benefits

Chanel offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes opportunities for personal and professional growth, contributing to collective progress within an inclusive culture.

Culture

Chanel fosters an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth and values the uniqueness of each individual, enhancing the diversity and effectiveness of its teams.

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.