- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €32,000/year
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
About Guerlain
Founded in Paris in 1828, Guerlain is one of the world’s most storied maisons of fragrance, beauty and skincare, renowned for its artisanal excellence, scientific innovation and enduring sense of French elegance. As an employer, Guerlain offers the opportunity to contribute to a living heritage where creativity, craftsmanship and responsible luxury meet. Its teams span perfumery, retail excellence, research, marketing, supply chain and corporate functions, united by a passion for exceptional products and client experience. With a strong commitment to biodiversity, sustainability and the preservation of savoir-faire, Guerlain attracts talents who aspire to shape the future of beauty while honoring nearly two centuries of legacy.
Guerlain’s Retail Performance Analyst in Milan reports to the Brand General Manager, translating retail and sales data into strategic analysis, forecasts, reports, and recommendations across multiple departments. The role is full-time and permanent, with an initial gross annual salary starting from €32,000, subject to variation based on experience, skills, seniority, and organizational needs; it is governed by the CCNL Commercio, starting from Level III.
Role & Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and manage complex data models to assess retail results and the effectiveness of action plans against objectives, identifying gaps and opportunities.
- Lead the collection, analysis, and interpretation of retail sales data from multiple sources, delivering weekly, monthly, and annual strategic reports.
- Monitor and evaluate overall retail performance, identifying trends, deviations, and key productivity drivers.
- Conduct in-depth retail analyses of market trends and competitor performance to inform strategic positioning.
- Develop benchmark analyses and sell-out potential forecasts for new product launches, supporting objective setting and strategic planning.
- Conduct post-launch analyses to evaluate performance against targets, sell-through, and updated estimates versus targets.
- Analyze retail productivity and profitability by point of sale, identifying best practices and opportunities for improvement across the retail network.
- Monitor and analyze key retail KPIs to optimize operations and sales strategies, proposing corrective and developmental actions.
- Manage and develop advanced Business Intelligence solutions, reports, and dashboards using Excel and Power BI for Marketing, Sales, Merchandising, Retail, and Training.
- Identify cross-functional analytical needs and propose solutions to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conduct complex ad hoc analyses to support business initiatives and senior management requests.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Retail teams, providing strategic insights and supporting the preparation of budgets and key presentations, including Canvass meetings and management reviews.
- Present findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including senior leadership, to influence business decisions.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Management Engineering, or a related field.
- Excellent analytical capabilities and a strongly data-driven mindset.
- Precision, meticulous attention to detail, and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at various levels.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-technical audiences and senior management.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for advanced analysis and PowerPoint for high-impact presentations.
- Excellent spoken and written command of Italian and English.
Skills
Education
Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Management Engineering, or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Explore jobs in Lombardy or in Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 32,000 per annum.
Benefits
Participation in an annual discretionary bonus scheme based on individual and/or company performance. Additional benefits may be granted in accordance with company policies, in addition to statutory benefits.
Culture
Guerlain cultivates a refined workplace culture rooted in French artistry, exceptional craftsmanship, and a deep respect for its heritage in fragrance and beauty. As an employer, it values creativity, excellence, and sustainability, encouraging teams to combine innovation with the Maison’s enduring sense of elegance and purpose.
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
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Guerlain, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Retail Business Analyst», «Retail Insights Analyst», «Retail Planning Analyst», «Retail Intelligence Analyst», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.