Loro Piana Merchandising Manager, Women's Categories
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 2, 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.
Loro Piana seeks Merchandising Manager for Women's categories in Tokyo, Japan. Lead merchandising strategy, buying, and retail performance across luxury fashion categories.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive merchandising and business performance across Women's Leather Goods, Shoes, Small Leather Goods, Lifestyle, and Sunglasses categories, maximizing sales, sell-through, and category growth
- Execute seasonal buying within budget parameters, participating in buying sessions at headquarters and developing assortments tailored to the Japanese market's specific needs
- Monitor and analyse sales performance, sell-through rates, inventory levels, and product metrics, recommending reorders, stock reallocations, and strategic actions to optimize business opportunities
- Coordinate product deliveries from local wholesale partners and liaise closely with headquarters product teams, logistics departments, and merchandising planners to ensure timely execution
- Develop and execute product launch strategies and seasonal commercial initiatives to maximize product performance and market penetration
- Conduct comprehensive product and competitor analysis, providing actionable insights and recommendations to headquarters to inform future collection development
- Collaborate cross-functionally with retail merchandising, visual merchandising, communications, and training teams to ensure consistent product knowledge and successful in-store execution
- Support the Women's Merchandising Director in business analysis, reporting, and cross-functional merchandising projects whilst executing the overarching merchandising strategy for the Women's business
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar merchandising role, preferably with demonstrated expertise in Women's categories including accessories, shoes, and bags
- Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret sales, sell-through, inventory, and market data and translate findings into concrete business actions
- Solid project management skills including prioritization, organization, follow-up, and the ability to manage multiple topics and workstreams simultaneously
- Relevant experience and understanding of store operational needs, client expectations, and in-store execution requirements
- Deep appreciation for luxury products, craftsmanship, clothing history, and the Loro Piana brand identity and heritage
- Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to work effectively with teams across local and global locations
- Detail-oriented, proactive, self-motivated, and passionate about luxury merchandise and brand values
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in a merchandising role, with a focus on Women's categories such as accessories, shoes, and bags. Prior experience in luxury retail merchandising is strongly preferred.
Education
Not specified in source material; no formal educational requirements explicitly stated.
Workplace
The role is situated in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
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.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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