Senior Category Manager Milano Manage

At Ermenegildo Zegna the talents and passion of our people are the pillars of our success. Which is why we’re looking for a Senior Category Manager in Milan to contribute to our proud legacy and help shape our vibrant future. WHAT MAKES YOU, MAKES ZEGNA The legacy of Zegna would not exist if it weren’t for the unique skills of every person on our team; the makers, masters, designers and doers. Everyone contributes. BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB You will assume a strategic role in managing product and service categories for indirect procurement, focusing on store planning, retail operations, visual merchandising, and general services within the luxury fashion sector. With 5-10 years of experience, You will be part of a centralized competence center whose mission is to buy, at the best commercial conditions, the best possible good/service from the right supplier, protecting the company from reputational, quality and financial risks/inefficiencies and ensuring Compliance with SOX and SoD rules. At the same time, You will have to actively seek for product/service innovation from the market and contribute to achieve ESG targets. WHAT MAKES UP YOUR DAY Step into a hands-on, minds-on work environment where every challenge and opportunity helps you realize your full potential. IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL BE IN CHARGE OF: Market scouting and segmentation: Conduct comprehensive market research, develop Category strategy and supplier segmentation to identify preferred buying channels, identify emerging trends specifically in store planning, retail operations, visual merchandising, and general services. Supplier Negotiation: Lead negotiations with suppliers in store planning, retail operations, visual merchandising, and general services, securing favorable terms and ensuring the highest quality and consistency with ESG targets. Performance Analysis: Continuously monitor and analyze the performance of categories and suppliers, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective strategies. Collaboration with Internal Teams: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless communication and the success of category initiatives. Budget Management: Work with store planning, retail operations, visual merchandising, and general services functions ensuring efficient spending within budget constraints. WHAT MAKES YOU, MAKES OUR TEAM Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or Architecture; 5-10 years of experience in senior category management, specifically in luxury or fashion companies; In-depth knowledge of market dynamics in store planning, retail operations, visual merchandising, and general services; Strong analytical and budget management skills; Excellent ability to prepare and present documents/powerpoints and business cases that are clear, comprehensive, and compelling; Proven negotiation and relationship-building expertise; Ability to work independently and collaboratively; Excellent proficiency in English (written and spoken). WHAT MAKES YOU, MAKES OUR LEGACY Ermenegildo Zegna Group is founded on a proud history of craftsmanship and quality dating back to 1910, with a vision to ethically create the world’s finest textiles. Zegna has since expanded to ready-to-wear, becoming one of Italy’s most successful family companies and a global luxury lifestyle brand. Through our vertically-integrated, sheep to shop approach, we strive to create exceptional products without compromising on quality of life for future generations. With over 500 stores and 6,500 employees worldwide, our success is inspired by our founder’s pioneering spirit and shaped by the expertise and integrity of every individual at Zegna. Retail is more than just the act of selling products. Our Sales Channels & Retail teams bring our customers into our global community, sharing with them our creativity and craft, as well as our story and the journey of each item. These relationships are nurtured by our in-store teams and fostered by our headquarters and regional offices, who, together, are responsible for the definition, implementation, and execution of our retail strategy. It is collaboration, one of shared passion and tenacity, which ensures a level of excellence and a consistent client experience whether visiting our stores in Milan or Beijing. Production & Services Production & Services Production & Services Our Production & Services teams, which includes Technical Design, Production, and Operations, bring the artistry of our garments to life. These passionate and skilled individuals are responsible for the entire manufacturing and delivery process: from the sourcing of superior raw materials, to the careful construction of each piece, to how they are delivered to our customers. These teams are divided into two areas: textiles and apparel. Since 1910, we have been guided by the vision of our founder, Eremengildo Zegna, to create the world's most beatutiful fabrics. Today, our textile teams continue this tradition, creating fabrics and accessory collections through a considered combination of craftmanship and innovation. Our apparel production units and teams that create our ready to wear, made to measure, knitwear, and leather goods, produce garments according to our high quality standards and innovative processes and techniques. Thanks to our from sheep to shop, vertically-integrated approch the combined effort of each team ensures that the exceptional quality and vision we’ve become known for is present at every step along the way. Marketing & Customer Experience Marketing & Customer Experience Marketing & Customer Experience We tell our stories through more than just garments. Our Marketing & Customer Experience teams ensure that our journey is reflected in every touchpoint, from our campaigns and social media posts to how we delight customers in-store and online. We strive to create an inspiring and unique connection with each client, a true luxury experience that speaks authentically to our proud history and vibrant future. Most of these teams are based at our our global headquarters in Milan. The CRM and Content Brand Marketing teams, however, are present globally. Those at our headquarters define Zegna’s brand image and overarching strategy, while those in the regions collect market insight and adapt the central strategy to meet the needs and cultures of local markets. Manage & Support Manage & Support Manage & Support Our Manage & Support teams ensure that everything runs smoothly. They ensure that people and processes are all heading in the right direction, that complex challenges are overcome, and that all our teams contribute to the growth and evolution of our company. In addition to supporting our staff, our Human Resources, Finance, Legal, and IT teams also take strategic decisions about how we operate as a business today, and where our business will be tomorrow. They are present at our headquarters in Milan as well as in the regions. Design, Plan, Develop Design, Plan, Develop Artistic talent and creative expression are key to our collections. So is craftsmanship, as we constantly tailor our traditions to reflect the evolving needs of our customers. These characteristics all can be found in our teams that Design, Plan, and Develop the garments for our collections. The majority of these teams are based at our offices in Italy and Switzerland. Our Made to Measure ambassadors, however, can be found around the globe, due to the personal nature of this service. Whether based in Milan or our New York store, these teams work together so that our brand speaks with a single creative voice. They also collaborate to guarantee our products possess the excellence, innovation, and attention to detail our customers expect. Related Positions Contribute to our proud legacy, and shape our vibrant future, as what makes you, makes Zegna. Related Positions Contribute to our proud legacy, and shape our vibrant future, as what makes you, makes Zegna. VIEW OPEN POSITIONS #J-18808-Ljbffr