Chanel Watches and Fine Jewellery Merchandising Executive
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
Chanel seeks a Watches and Fine Jewellery Merchandising Executive in Dubai to shape product assortment, stock and performance across Middle East markets.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Europe Merchandising to implement product assortment strategies suited to local market needs and business priorities.
- Define, review and optimise model stocks by boutique and Retail Partner, ensuring appropriate product assortment and availability across the network.
- Identify opportunities and implement action plans to improve assortment relevance.
- Monitor stock levels, product availability and ageing stock across channels.
- Recommend and coordinate additional replenishments in line with marketing activations and events.
- Support new product launches through collaborative forecasting, allocations, model-stock follow-up, performance monitoring and forecast-accuracy reviews.
- Monitor and analyse product performance, retail trends and category dynamics across boutiques and Retail Partners.
- Prepare weekly and monthly business review reports highlighting opportunities, risks and recommendations.
- Track the performance of key collections, novelties and strategic product categories.
- Recommend and coordinate stock rebalancing to optimise business performance.
- Work with Retail teams and boutiques to develop action plans that drive sales and improve product performance.
- Build and maintain product performance and stock management tools to support business decisions.
- Share relevant market, product and boutique feedback with management and Europe Merchandising.
- Serve as the main contact for Retail teams on product-related client requests.
- Coordinate incentives and commissions with Finance, HR and cross-functional teams.
- Manage and follow up on Retail Partners’ product orders, ensuring accurate processing and timely communication.
- Coordinate with the Retail Operations Executive and Partners on order placement, delivery follow-up and product availability.
- Monitor Partners’ stock levels and sales performance to identify replenishment needs and commercial opportunities.
- Support Retail Partners in maintaining assortments and stock levels aligned with business objectives and potential.
- Serve as a key contact for Partners on product-related requests and follow-up.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, Merchandising or a related field.
- At least 5 years of merchandising experience in the Watches and Fine Jewellery industry; luxury experience is essential.
- Demonstrated experience in assortment planning, model stock management, business analysis, forecasting and product launches.
- Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Proactive mindset and ability to identify opportunities and propose action plans.
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.
Skills
Experience
At least 5 years of merchandising experience in the Watches and Fine Jewellery industry; luxury experience is essential.
Education
Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, Merchandising or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Dubai, Dubai, UAE.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
About Cerulean
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