Kering Eyewear Junior Category Manager, Smart Glasses
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Eyewear & Vision Care
- Posted
- May 4, 2026
About Kering Eyewear
Kering Eyewear is the dedicated eyewear house within the Kering group, designing, developing and distributing luxury and premium frames for an acclaimed portfolio of maisons. Combining creative leadership, industrial know‑how and a growing focus on sustainability and innovation, Kering Eyewear partners with fashion and luxury brands to deliver technically advanced products and global distribution expertise.
Kering Eyewear in Milan seeks a Junior Category Manager, Smart Glasses to drive category strategy, commercial planning and product activation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support definition and execution of category strategies for Smart Glasses across markets and channels.
- Analyze sales performance, market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities, risks and growth levers.
- Contribute to the development and evolution of the Smart Glasses product roadmap in partnership with product teams.
- Collaborate with Brand and Communications to support 360° marketing plans and end‑to‑end launch initiatives.
- Monitor category KPIs, prepare management reports and contribute to periodic performance reviews.
- Work with Sales and Marketing to support commercial initiatives, optimizing assortment, visibility and in‑store/online presence.
- Support development and optimisation of distribution networks and category presence across channels.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of data, presentations and all stakeholder deliverables.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics or a related discipline.
- Minimum three years’ relevant experience in category management, brand management, sales analysis or a related commercial function.
- Previous exposure to technology products or the tech industry (wearables, smart devices) is a strong advantage.
- Demonstrable analytical capabilities with experience turning data into actionable commercial insight.
- Excellent communication skills and proven experience working within cross‑functional teams.
- Fluent English; additional languages desirable.
Skills
Experience
At least 3 years of professional experience in category management, brand or commercial analysis roles; prior involvement with technology or tech‑enabled consumer products (wearables, smart devices) is highly valued. Experience within luxury eyewear or premium consumer goods is an advantage.
Education
Master's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics or related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Culture
Kering Eyewear fosters a culture of creativity, craftsmanship and innovation within the wider Kering group, with an emphasis on sustainability and responsible luxury. The organisation promotes talent development and internal mobility, encouraging employees to grow across functions and marques.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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