Richemont Senior Merchandise Manager, Fashion Accessories
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Richemont seeks Senior Merchandise Manager for fashion accessories collection in Paris. Fixed-term contract role requiring luxury retail expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Direct the merchandising strategy and assortment planning for the fashion accessories collection, ensuring alignment with brand identity and market positioning
- Manage vendor relationships and coordinate product development, from concept through delivery to retail locations
- Analyze sales performance, market trends, and consumer demand to optimize SKU mix and inventory levels
- Collaborate with design, marketing, and retail teams to ensure cohesive collection storytelling and point-of-sale presentation
- Prepare financial forecasts, budgets, and performance reports; monitor margin and sell-through metrics
Qualifications
- Minimum 7–10 years of experience in luxury goods merchandising, buying, or product management
- Proven track record of successful collection launches and product assortment optimization
- Advanced proficiency in merchandising planning tools and ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)
- Strong analytical and financial acumen; comfort with P&L responsibility
- Fluent in French and English; additional language capability a plus
Skills
Experience
Minimum 7–10 years of hands-on experience in merchandising, buying, or product management within the luxury fashion or accessories sector. Demonstrated success in managing seasonal collections, driving sell-through performance, and leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced retail environments.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Business, Merchandising, Business Administration, or related discipline. Advanced certification in luxury brand management or equivalent experience is valued.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
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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