Prada Group Outlet Retail Merchandising Specialist
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €35,000–40,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
About Prada Group
Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group is a paragon of excellence with a perpetual focus on innovation. As a global leader in the luxury goods sector, the Group operates in over 45 countries under the brands PRADA, Miu Miu, Church's, Car Shoe, and Pasticceria Marchesi, employing individuals from over 100 nationalities. As part of a prestigious conglomerate, the Prada Group offers a dynamic and creative work environment that values talent and passion, fostering professional growth and development.
Versace seeks Outlet Retail Merchandising Specialist in Milano. Oversee merchandising budgets, analyse product performance, manage cross-functional teams in luxury fashion environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the merchandising team in developing strategic plans for product categories and influence cross-functional stakeholders to deliver strategic direction
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers across sourcing, design, product development, and planning functions
- Create effective partnerships with regional merchandising teams to gather product feedback and market research intelligence
- Analyse daily and weekly sales reports and propose data-driven corrective actions
- Develop and present range plans for approval, including pricing strategy, cost-of-ownership analysis, and competitive positioning
- Manage and account for sample budgets across assigned categories, ensuring effective tracking, maintenance, and ordering processes
- Conduct competitive analysis including pricing benchmarking and market positioning research
- Partner with the corporate pricing team to understand price-bands across three core currencies and communicate findings to the merchandising team
- Organize and coordinate collection notes and comprehensive buying guides for internal distribution
- Support and coordinate all administrative requirements for merchandising team market training initiatives
- Deliver ad hoc administrative and operational support to ensure seamless team functioning
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Fashion Business, or related discipline (BA, BFA, BS or equivalent)
- Minimum 3 years of proven design and merchandising experience in a luxury or fashion environment
- Demonstrated expertise in fashion trend identification and the ability to translate trends into commercially viable collections
- Proficiency in coordinating multiple concurrent projects with strong stakeholder management and proactive problem-solving abilities
- Advanced analytical capabilities and expert-level Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Fluency in English (mandatory); additional languages considered advantageous
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in merchandising or product development within the fashion or luxury retail sector, with demonstrated expertise in translating fashion trends into commercial product ranges and managing complex cross-functional merchandising initiatives.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Fashion Business, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification; candidates with BFA or BS in related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 35,000 to EUR 40,000 per annum.
Culture
The Prada Group fosters a creative and international work environment, driven by curiosity and the pursuit of excellence. The company values the development of talent and passion, providing a platform for employees to advance their professional journeys.
About Cerulean
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