Fendi Senior Manager of Collection Merchandising

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Location
RomeLazioItaly
Posted
Jun 24, 2025

About Fendi

Fendi, a prestigious brand within the LVMH conglomerate, epitomizes luxury and innovation in the fashion industry. As an employer, Fendi offers a dynamic and inclusive environment, fostering creativity and excellence. LVMH, as the parent company, is renowned for its commitment to nurturing talent and promoting diversity across its global operations.

Join Fendi in Rome as a Senior Manager of Collection Merchandising, overseeing fashion accessories and lifestyle categories. A role within the LVMH group, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Define objectives and provide strategic direction for the positioning and performance of assigned categories, aligning with global brand strategy.
  • Develop product merchandising briefs in collaboration with design and product development teams to create impactful collections.
  • Oversee the collection design and development cycle, ensuring timely market entry, optimal margins, and strategic positioning.
  • Monitor the entire product development process, including planning, positioning, pricing, and performance analysis.
  • Collaborate with production, supply chain, and retail teams to ensure an efficient go-to-market strategy.
  • Work with communication teams to implement a coherent 360° marketing strategy for collections and product launches.
  • Contribute to category sales budget planning and monitor sales, margins, and stock targets, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Partner with markets and retail teams to enhance category performance, customer experience, and market share.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of professional experience in product merchandising within the luxury industry.
  • Fluent in English and Italian.

Skills

Excellence in collection merchandising and data-driven decision-making. Strong knowledge of current market and consumer trends. High product sensitivity and passion for women's categories. Ability to interact with flexibility and diplomacy with stakeholders. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple development calendars. Broad understanding of the luxury landscape and target customer. Comfortable meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Experience

A minimum of 10 years in product merchandising within the luxury industry is required.

Workplace

This position is based in Rome, Lazio, Italy.

Benefits

Fendi, as part of LVMH, offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement within a global luxury leader.

Culture

Fendi fosters a culture of creativity, innovation, and inclusivity. As part of the LVMH group, the company is committed to non-discrimination and values the unique contributions of each employee, promoting a respectful and dynamic workplace.

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