BOTTEGA VENETA Southern Europe Visual Merchandising Manager

Summary
Bottega Veneta – Inspiring individuality with innovative craftsmanship since 1966. Born in Vicenza the house is rooted in Italian culture yet maintains a truly global outlook. An inclusive brand with exclusive products Bottega Veneta is as much of a feeling as it is an aesthetic.

Job Description
The Southern Europe Visual Merchandising Manager, who reports functionally to the EMEA Visual Merchandising Manager and hierarchically to the General Manager of Southern Europe, oversees visual merchandising strategy and execution across seven countries—Italy, France, Monaco, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Turkey—including seasonal resorts. Responsible for over 45 stores and leading a team of five Visual Merchandisers, this role ensures brand consistency, drives impactful product presentation, and collaborates cross-functionally to support commercial objectives. The position requires strong leadership, cross-country team management, analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple markets and functions.

How you will Contribute:

• Manage all aspects of visual merchandising services for Southern Europe, including new store openings, product launches, seasonal programs, and seasonal resort locations across more than 45 store.
• Oversee window changes following global HQ guidelines: product and prop ordering, logistics coordination, and on-site setup.
• Ensure compliance with visual merchandising standards across all stores and resorts in the region, in alignment with global directives.
• Manage orders for special windows and supervise installation.
• Report and document all visual changes with photos after store visits.
• Collaborate daily with the Merchandising team to align VM execution with delivery calendars and collection retro-planning by store.
• Promote brand image through impactful and creative displays.
• Manage visual displays for special events (trunk shows, previews, press events, etc.).
• Coach, develop, and motivate the Southern Europe VM team (5 direct reports) and store teams on visual merchandising best practices.
• Control assigned VM travel budget and partner with EMEA VM Manager on managing budget vs activities in the region.
• Be proactive and creative in solving VM challenges across diverse markets and resort environments.
• Approve store setup reports and ensure consistency across all Southern Europe stores and resorts.
• Collaborate closely with Global HQ for special projects, fashion week setups, and high-profile installations, ensuring flawless execution and alignment with brand vision.

Who you are

• 5-7 years of experience in visual merchandising for a fashion retailer or within the artistic/luxury sector.
• Strong capability to manage a cross-country team, with proven leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and cross-country, collaborating effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills combined with solid managerial expertise.
• Excellent communication and creative skills.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities.
• Attention to detail and solid knowledge of current trends.
• Flexibility to travel extensively across Southern Europe and adapt to varying schedules, including seasonal resort locations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and practical.
• Proficient in MS Office and Photoshop.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Italian and/or other Southern European languages is a plus.

Why work with us?
This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering, and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.
Job Type
Regular

Start Date

Schedule
Full time

Organization
Bottega Veneta S.R.L