Fendi Senior Retail Merchandiser, Woman SLG & Leather Goods Accessories
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- €42,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
About Fendi
Founded in Rome in 1925, Fendi stands as one of Italy’s most distinguished luxury houses, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, Roman spirit, and bold creative vision. As an employer, Fendi offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet across métiers including design, leather goods, fur, ready-to-wear, retail, communications, and corporate functions. The Maison values artisanal excellence, cultural curiosity, entrepreneurial energy, and collaboration, inviting its teams to contribute to a legacy defined by refinement and experimentation. Within the LVMH Group, Fendi provides international career opportunities, strong professional development, and the privilege of shaping the future of contemporary luxury.
Senior Retail Merchandiser, Woman SLG & Accessories at Fendi, Rome. Develop leather goods strategy and buying vision across global regions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define Woman SLG and Leather Goods Accessories corporate strategy by product lines and functionalities to drive business objectives
- Set sales forecasts by product lines and segments aligned with category business ambitions
- Establish central buying vision, core assortment, and strategic buying guidelines stratified by store clusters
- Formulate merchandising strategies and coordinate editing and buying activities during showroom periods for all regions, including order validation
- Support implementation of merchandising strategies and drive launch plans; identify growth opportunities and develop quantitative business plans with animation activities
- Conduct regular sales analysis (weekly and monthly) by product category and region to inform strategic actions and budget planning
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to develop permanent sales vision and optimize stock management globally
- Partner closely with Collection Merchandising teams to ensure collections align with strategic vision and sales targets
- Perform comprehensive market analysis to identify requirements and sales trends across styles, models, functions, price ranges, and competitive landscape; communicate structured feedback to Product Managers
- Elevate Woman LG category expertise across both buying and retail teams
- Develop and implement sustainable design strategies for products
Qualifications
- University degree in Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field
- Minimum 8 years of experience as a Retail Merchandiser or Buyer in the Leather Goods category
- Excellent merchandising and strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Proven analytical capabilities demonstrated through prior professional experience
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Understanding of current market trends and buying psychology
- Fluency in English
- Comprehensive knowledge of key players in the Leather Goods business with strong luxury sensibility and product intuition
Skills
Experience
Minimum 8 years of professional experience as a Retail Merchandiser or Buyer specializing in Leather Goods. Prior experience in the European market and strong knowledge of Asian and Japanese consumer preferences are considered advantageous.
Education
University degree in Economics, Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 42,000 per annum.
Benefits
Legal benefits pursuant to Italian employment law and the collective bargaining agreement (CCNL Commercio) for the retail sector, as applied by Fendi in Italy. Additional benefits provided in accordance with current company policies.
Culture
Fendi cultivates a workplace culture rooted in Roman heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, and a forward-looking spirit of creativity. As an employer, it offers a refined, collaborative environment where teams are encouraged to combine technical excellence with bold innovation in service of a distinctive luxury vision.
About Cerulean
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