Category Merchandising Manager, Sneakers

Off-White; Milano; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading fashion brand in Milan is seeking a dynamic Category Merchandising Manager for Sneakers to drive the growth and profitability of the footwear segment. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and 4-5 years of merchandising or category management experience, preferably in sneakers or streetwear. Responsibilities include developing seasonal assortment plans and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical skills, effective communication, and a passion for the sneaker culture are essential for this role.

Competenze

• 4–5 years’ experience in merchandising, buying or category management.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.
• Passion for sneakers, streetwear culture and emerging trends.

Mansioni

• Define and execute the sneakers category Merchandising and Collection strategy.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive landscape.
• Develop seasonal assortment plans to maximize sales and margins.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strategic thinking

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing or related field

Strumenti

Merchandising/planning tools

Descrizione del lavoro

THE ROLE

We are looking for a dynamic and analytical Category Merchandising Manager, Sneakers to join our Footwear team.

This role will be responsible for planning, developing and managing the sneakers category assortment to drive growth, profitability, and brand positioning across all relevant channels.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Define and execute the sneakers category Merchandising and Collection strategy in line with brand vision and seasonal objectives.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities.
• Develop seasonal assortment plans (style, color, price, distribution) to maximize sales and margins.
• Develop special makeup assortment for strategic key accounts to differentiate assortment and maximise business opportunities, in cooperation with partners
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Production, Sales and Marketing teams to ensure the sneakers category aligns with commercial and creative priorities.
• Monitor sell-through, stock levels, and product performance across channels; propose in-season actions where needed.
• Prepare reports and present key findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Support go-to-market activities, including product launches and drops, product training, and storytelling for the sneakers category.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing or related field.
• 4–5 years’ experience in merchandising, buying or category management, ideally within sneakers, footwear or streetwear.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable strategies.
• Strategic and commercial mindset.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• High proficiency in Excel and merchandising / planning tools.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.
• Passion for sneakers, streetwear culture and emerging trends.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive, agile and solutions-oriented attitude.