- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
About Chloé
Founded in Paris in 1952 by Gaby Aghion, Chloé is a pioneering luxury maison renowned for its free-spirited femininity, effortless elegance and modern vision of ready-to-wear. As an employer, Chloé offers a creative, international environment where craftsmanship, innovation and responsible luxury converge. The maison encourages individuality, collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive heritage while shaping the future of fashion with purpose. From design and retail to digital, operations and sustainability, Chloé provides opportunities for people who value authenticity, excellence and meaningful impact within a culture defined by openness, refinement and progressive spirit.
Lead strategic merchandising operations for a luxury ready-to-wear portfolio within a distinguished Richemont maison. This senior role oversees product assortment planning, inventory management, pricing strategy, and vendor coordination to optimize sell-through, margin performance, and brand positioning across wholesale and retail channels.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and execute merchandising strategy for the ready-to-wear category, balancing brand heritage with market demand
- Oversee assortment planning, including size runs, color palettes, and seasonal product mix across all distribution channels
- Analyze sales data, inventory trends, and market intelligence to optimize product performance and reduce markdowns
- Manage relationships with manufacturing partners and suppliers to ensure quality standards and delivery timelines
- Collaborate with design, creative, and retail teams to align product offerings with brand vision and consumer insights
- Monitor pricing architecture and promotional calendars to protect brand equity and margin integrity
- Lead quarterly business reviews and present performance metrics to executive stakeholders
Qualifications
- Extensive experience in luxury fashion merchandising, preferably at a multi-brand conglomerate
- Proficiency in merchandising planning systems and data analytics tools
- Strong command of retail and wholesale channel dynamics
- Advanced negotiation and vendor management capabilities
- Strategic mindset with keen commercial acumen
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of merchandising experience in luxury fashion, with demonstrated expertise in ready-to-wear product strategy, assortment planning, and P&L management. Proven track record leading cross-functional teams and managing strategic vendor relationships.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business Administration, or equivalent discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
Chloé fosters a workplace culture rooted in feminine creativity, purpose-driven luxury, and an enduring spirit of freedom. As an employer, the maison encourages collaboration, craftsmanship, and responsible innovation, offering teams an environment where authenticity, inclusivity, and contemporary elegance shape the way people work.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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