Yves Saint Laurent Leather Goods Merchandising Manager

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Employment Full-time
Seniority Manager
Posted Jan 1, 2026
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Saint Laurent is seeking a Leather Goods Merchandising Manager in Tokyo, Japan, to oversee product mix, support store performance, and implement sales initiatives.

Overview

Saint Laurent, a distinguished brand within the luxury fashion conglomerate Kering, is renowned for its iconic designs and innovative approach to fashion. As a part of Kering, Saint Laurent benefits from a rich heritage of luxury and a commitment to sustainability and creativity, offering a dynamic and inspiring work environment.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Construct the product mix during showroom sales in alignment with Image and Core Offer recommendations, and order quantities per store based on purchasing budgets.
  • Develop planning for new collections’ launches in stores, considering deliveries and market seasonality.
  • Support Store Directors in managing product performance through regular communication and in-store presence.
  • Train sales teams on investments, stock issues, and Image strategies through information packages and in-store presentations.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly reports by collection, store, and product range, and analyze resale rates.
  • Propose and implement sales initiatives to enhance performance by collaborating with departments such as Visual Merchandising, CRM, Retail, and Press/Image.
  • Manage stock transfers and restocking processes.
  • Communicate with product managers on performance feedback during the season and produce end-of-season performance reports by product typology, functions/uses, and price versus market/customers/brands.
  • Prepare and launch sales periods.
  • Support the new positioning of Saint Laurent and lead projects related to store network expansion, including openings.

Qualifications

  • Higher business education
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar position within an international environment
  • Fluency in English is mandatory

Skills

Brand and product understanding with sensitivity for the Women Category, especially Handbags and Leather Goods Analytical mindset with a strong affinity for figures Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Strong communication skills

Experience

A minimum of 3 years in a similar role within an international setting is required.

Education

Higher business education is required.

Workplace

This position is based in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan. Cerulean lists 183 open roles in Tokyo, including 2 posted recently. The broader Tokyo area accounts for 193 active listings on Cerulean, 4 of which are new. In Japan as a whole, Cerulean currently features 236 open positions, with 4 posted this week.

Benefits

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and exclusive discounts on luxury products.

Culture

Saint Laurent fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to push creative boundaries while maintaining a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. The work environment is collaborative, with a focus on professional growth and development.

About Cerulean

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