Collection Merchandiser, Sneakers

Off-White is a new form of luxury brand. Construction and deconstruction go hand in hand, recombining the codes of fashion, design, communication, art and technology. Well thought, well designed and well executed products are aesthetic as well as ethical statements with a contemporary cultural edge.

Progress, innovation and diversity. We have taken the notion and development of a fashion brand to a new level altogether. Based in Milan, our creative office absorbs and transforms the heritage of Italian craftsmanship from a contemporary, global perspective on design and trends.

Off-White has been expanding its network of directly operated stores landing in the most prominent luxury retail venues across Europe and the United States. We are leveraging the power of physical points of sale to acquire new customers and foster brand loyalty.

**BIGLI**

Our office in Via Bigli is the heartbeat of Off White where Virgil’s creative and inspirational input is seen throughout the space. Bigli is the community of the Off White Style, Graphic, Marketing and Product teams and is inclusive and disruptive as per definition of the brand Off White

**THE ROLE**

We are currently looking for a Collection Merchandiser who will report to the Senior Collection Merchandising Manager

You will support the definition of Off-White collection merchandising strategy for the Sneakers category.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Support the Senior Collection Merchandising Manager in the definition of the collection plan at a WW level, based on the needs of the market, the trends, and the strategic vision of the brand, in strong daily cooperation with Design and Product teams.
- Support in the drafting of the Collection Briefs including CO and competition strategy.
- Analyze daily/weekly sales reports and propose appropriate action to take
- Conduct Competitive analysis including Pricing analysis.
- Support in Pricing and Markdown strategy definition.
- Follow up with production to respect the delivery timings.
- Participation in the organization of the sales campaigns and production of all supporting materials and buying tools (such as: control of product styles codes, update of KPIs, photos and samples, catalogs and advertising, exit lists)
- Organize and coordinate collection notes and buying guides.
- Development of post sales campaign reports (such as: sell in by region/country and worldwide - by line, function, best sellers, etc.).

WHO YOU ARE
- At least 4 years of relevant experience in a similar role in the fashion/luxury industry.
- Strong Shoes Product knowledge (Sneakers Product Knowledge is a plus)
- Educational background preferably in business management or similar
- Fluency in English
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Ambition to exceed corporate goals and go the extra mile in the daily work
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility in supporting the team in many different activities with a positive and proactive attitude
- Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills

REWARDS AND BENEFIT
- Great compensation package (in consideration of your professional experience)
- Lunch tickets
- Discounts on all NGG brands and partners including Farfetch and Browns
- Be part of a young, dynamic and innovative company with over 40 different nationalities
- Brand new headquarters located in the centre of Milan

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