- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €35,000/year
- Industry
- Eyewear & Vision Care
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
About Kering Eyewear
Kering Eyewear is the specialist eyewear division of Kering, created to bring design excellence, brand stewardship, and commercial agility to some of the world’s most desirable luxury houses. As an employer, the company offers a dynamic, international environment where craftsmanship, innovation, and a deep respect for brand identity converge. Its teams collaborate across design, product development, supply chain, marketing, and sales, supporting iconic maisons with precision and creativity. Kering Eyewear values entrepreneurial spirit, diversity, and responsible business practices, providing employees with the opportunity to shape a fast-growing luxury category within a global group committed to sustainability and long-term excellence.
The In-Store Specialist strengthens Kering Eyewear brand presence, image and sell-out through local Trade Marketing and training activities across an assigned territory, in collaboration with the local sales organization. This is a fixed-term contract under the collective agreement for eyewear manufacturers; the initial indicative gross annual salary is €35,000.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop trade marketing plans for an assigned client portfolio.
- Negotiate premium space for assigned brands.
- Maximize brand visibility through permanent and seasonal activities, point-of-purchase placement, and product merchandising.
- Support the Trade Marketing team in defining point-of-sale materials, their allocation, and consumption.
- Ensure excellent execution of Trade Marketing activities at points of sale in key cities for the Key Account channel.
- Coordinate with agencies on window and store installations.
- Ensure correct shelf-facing, secure additional space, implement the ideal assortment, and promote the cross-brand presence of different brands within points of sale.
- Deliver training to assigned clients.
- Support the sales team in presenting collections to key clients, particularly at events.
- Support teams in organizing in-store events and commercial initiatives.
- Manage sell-out contests, trade incentives, and consumer promotions.
- Analyze and follow up on store sales results.
- Prepare reports on activities, gather feedback on collections, and monitor KPIs and results.
Qualifications
- University degree or secondary school diploma; training in Visual Merchandising is a plus.
- Skills and experience in Visual Merchandising.
- At least 2 years of experience in related sectors such as Eyewear, Fashion, Luxury, Apparel, or Cosmetics, in either Retail or Wholesale.
- Excellent command of English.
- Valid driving licence.
- Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time; the role is predominantly field-based.
- Ability to deliver training and communicate effectively.
- Flexibility and ability to work in dynamic, fast-growing environments and contribute to the development of a new organization.
- Mature, proactive, results-oriented personality.
- Excellent client relationship and negotiation skills.
- Experience in commercial storytelling, with the ability to present innovative and engaging marketing solutions to clients and colleagues.
- Strong proactivity and goal orientation.
- Good organizational and project management skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years in related sectors such as Eyewear, Fashion, Luxury, Apparel, or Cosmetics, in either Retail or Wholesale.
Education
University degree or secondary school diploma; Visual Merchandising training is a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 35,000 per annum.
Benefits
Additional benefits and initiatives are provided in accordance with current company policies, in addition to those established by the applicable collective agreement and legislation.
Culture
Kering Eyewear offers a dynamic, international workplace where entrepreneurial spirit, design excellence, and a deep understanding of luxury come together. As part of the Kering Group, it fosters collaboration, innovation, and responsible growth, empowering teams to shape distinctive eyewear experiences for some of the world’s most prestigious brands.
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