Kering Eyewear Regional Sales Director
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Eyewear & Vision Care
- Posted
- Sep 17, 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.
Kering Eyewear District Sales Manager role in Paris, France. Lead regional sales across PACA with team oversight and key account management in luxury eyewear.
Role & Responsibilities
- Ensure achievement and surpassing of brand sales objectives across the PACA region; manage collection launches and monitor brand penetration in retail locations
- Oversee team organization, coaching, training, and performance management to drive collective results
- Develop and execute an effective sector coverage plan based on sales cycle priorities; establish and monitor visit frequency KPIs by retail cluster
- Build and maintain constructive relationships with key accounts; serve as primary client reference point with support from the Key Accounts Manager
- Negotiate and manage distribution contracts in partnership with the Field Sales Manager
- Optimize brand visibility and presence in-store; ensure adherence to merchandising directives and brand image standards
- Provide timely and accurate visit reports; collect client feedback on products and brands; analyze and report on competitor activities, product positioning, visibility strategies, and events
- Organize and manage local and international sales events, showroom invitations, and buyer tables/training sessions
Qualifications
- University degree
- Minimum 10 years of sales experience, with at least 5 years in field sales and top accounts management
- Proven experience in fashion, luxury, or premium cosmetics B2B sales
- Prior experience in team management
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Results-oriented mindset
- Excellent organizational and negotiation abilities
- Strong analytical capabilities and learning aptitude
- Proficiency in English
- Mastery of Microsoft Office suite
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of sales experience, with at least 5 years in field-based roles managing top accounts. Preferred background in luxury, fashion, or premium cosmetics B2B distribution. Demonstrated experience in team leadership and management.
Education
University degree
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
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.
About Cerulean
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