Fendi Senior Retail Merchandiser, Woman Small Leather Goods & Accessories
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- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- €42,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 24, 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 for Woman leather goods at Fendi in Rome. Drive global SLG and accessories strategy. EUR 42,000 annual gross salary.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define Woman SLG and leather accessories corporate strategy by product lines and functionalities to drive business growth
- Set sales forecasts by product category and segment aligned with business ambitions
- Develop the central buying vision, establish core assortments, and create strategic buying guidelines across store clusters
- Formulate and execute merchandising strategies, coordinate showroom editing and buying across all regions, and validate orders
- Drive implementation of merchandising strategies and launch plans whilst identifying growth opportunities and developing quantitative business cases
- Conduct weekly and monthly sales analysis by product category and region, identifying actions and refining category vision for budget and strategic plan revisions
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to establish permanent sales vision and optimize global inventory management
- Work in partnership with Collection Merchandising to ensure assortments align with strategic vision and sales targets
- Perform comprehensive market analysis to identify trends in styles, models, functions, price points, and competitive landscape; communicate structured findings to Product Managers
- Enhance merchandising capabilities across Woman LG buying teams and retail organizations
- Develop and implement sustainable design strategies for product collections
Qualifications
- University degree in Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field
- Minimum 8 years' experience as Retail Merchandiser or Buyer specializing in leather goods category
- Excellent merchandising and strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Demonstrated analytical capability through past professional experiences
- Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Strong understanding of current market trends and buyer psychology
- Deep knowledge of major players in the leather goods business with refined luxury sensibility and product expertise
- Fluency in English; additional language proficiency preferred
Skills
Experience
Minimum 8 years' professional experience in retail merchandising or buying roles, with demonstrated expertise in the leather goods category across multiple geographic markets.
Education
University degree in Economics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a 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 in accordance with Italian employment law and collective bargaining agreement (CCNL Commercio); 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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Frequently Asked Questions
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