- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €30,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
About Loro Piana
Loro Piana stands as one of the world’s foremost authorities in exceptional textiles, renowned for its mastery of cashmere, vicuña and the quiet elegance of Italian luxury. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage, innovation and uncompromising craftsmanship converge. Its teams contribute to a culture shaped by discretion, excellence and respect for rare natural materials, from artisanal savoir-faire to global retail and corporate expertise. Employees are invited to uphold a legacy of quality while advancing sustainable practices, client intimacy and contemporary refinement within a brand celebrated for timeless sophistication.
The Collection Merchandising Specialist oversees product ranges across collections, supporting market analysis, trend spotting, product selection and strategic placement to maximize sales performance and brand consistency. The role is permanent and full-time, with an initial gross annual salary of EUR 30,000 for new joiners in Italy, variable according to experience, skills, seniority and organizational needs, plus discretionary bonus participation. The employment relationship is governed by the CCNL Tessile, Abbigliamento e Moda and the supplementary company agreement as applied by Loro Piana in Italy.
Role & Responsibilities
- Analyze and process data for marketing purposes, preparing reports on sell-in, sell-out, offer and purchase composition, and competitor product positioning benchmarks.
- Provide input to departments including Retail Merchandising and Product Development on 360-degree alignment of strategies to maximize the impact and sales of the ready-to-wear collection; propose timely actions to support category performance throughout the season.
- Support collection development processes, including collection briefs, competitive benchmarking, market trend analysis, and focused analysis of strategic opportunities.
- Participate in article costing and pricing with Product Management and Production.
- Support pricing positioning in line with financial targets and competitors.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in merchandising or buying within the fashion industry.
- Excellent analytical skills and a creative mindset.
- Ability to collaborate across departments.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with merchandising software and the MS Office Suite.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years
Education
A master’s degree in marketing, fashion merchandising, or a related field is preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 30,000 per annum.
Benefits
Participation in a bonus scheme at Loro Piana’s discretion, based on factors such as individual and/or company performance. Additional benefits may be granted under current company policies, in addition to statutory benefits.
Culture
Loro Piana fosters a refined workplace culture rooted in Italian craftsmanship, exceptional materials, and an uncompromising pursuit of quality. Employees work in an environment that values discretion, technical mastery, and long-term thinking, where heritage and innovation come together to define quiet luxury.
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