- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $80,000–90,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
About Chloé
Founded in Paris in 1952 by Gaby Aghion, Chloé is a pioneering luxury maison renowned for its free-spirited femininity, effortless elegance and modern vision of ready-to-wear. As an employer, Chloé offers a creative, international environment where craftsmanship, innovation and responsible luxury converge. The maison encourages individuality, collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive heritage while shaping the future of fashion with purpose. From design and retail to digital, operations and sustainability, Chloé provides opportunities for people who value authenticity, excellence and meaningful impact within a culture defined by openness, refinement and progressive spirit.
Chloé seeks a Merchandiser in New York to lead seasonal buying and product lifecycle management for Accessories, Jewelry, and Licensee, while supporting analysis, inventory optimization, and cross-functional alignment with Retail, Visual Merchandising, regional partners, and Paris HQ. The role requires 3–5 years of merchandising or retail buying experience and offers an expected annual salary range of $80,000–$90,000, negotiated based on relevant skills and experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead seasonal buys for Accessories, Jewelry, and Licensee, from assortment planning and selection through order placement and review, in alignment with regional strategy and OTB.
- Build category expertise through product and market knowledge, translating evolving client preferences, competitive insights, and category performance into commercial recommendations and in-season actions.
- Track category sales performance, sell-through, and inventory KPIs; identify opportunities for sustainable commercial growth and improved stock productivity.
- Lead regional licensee coordination, fostering partner relationships and overseeing seasonal buys, assortment needs, stock availability, and replenishment.
- Prepare and interpret routine analysis across all categories and channels, generating concise insights on opportunities and risks.
- Support forecasts, seasonal hindsight, and business reviews by combining quantitative analysis with boutique and market feedback.
- Coordinate stock rebalances, transfers, and inventory optimization initiatives across the business to support product availability and commercial performance.
- Maintain close Retail partnerships to capture market needs, client feedback, and product opportunities.
- Serve as a key link between Merchandising and Visual Merchandising, coordinating shared reporting, planning tools, launch trackers, and administrative workflows to align product strategy and retail execution.
- Collaborate with Paris and regional partners to align product priorities, communicate updates, and ensure timely execution of commercial initiatives.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of merchandising or retail buying experience, ideally in luxury fashion, with a strong foundation in seasonal buying and assortment development and the initiative to take on greater category ownership.
- Intellectual curiosity and commercial acumen, with refined product sensitivity and an informed perspective on fashion, culture, competitors, and the evolving luxury client.
- Strong analytical and commercial skills.
- Advanced Excel proficiency and working knowledge of PowerPoint; SAP or Anaplan experience preferred.
- Solid understanding of assortment planning, retail math and KPIs, inventory management, and product lifecycle execution.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, exceptional attention to detail, and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented, with a collaborative approach and strong professional integrity.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate insights clearly and effectively across diverse stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require, including market visits and potential on-site participation in seasonal buying sessions.
Skills
Experience
3–5 years of merchandising or retail buying experience, ideally in luxury fashion.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York City, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 80,000 to USD 90,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision programs; health savings and flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; life insurance and disability benefits; 401(k) with employer match; wellness reimbursement; paid time off; and volunteer time off.
Culture
Chloé fosters a workplace culture rooted in feminine creativity, purpose-driven luxury, and an enduring spirit of freedom. As an employer, the maison encourages collaboration, craftsmanship, and responsible innovation, offering teams an environment where authenticity, inclusivity, and contemporary elegance shape the way people work.
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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