Global Retail Merchandiser - Strategy, Analytics & Brand

Essilorluxottica; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leonardo learning platform & personal/

Flexible work conditions

Health insurance

Meal vouchers

Employee discounts on eyewear

Disconnect Program

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a results-driven Retail Merchandiser to shape our product assortment strategies across multiple banners. You will define store segmentation, optimize assortment by segment, and translate business insights into merchandising plans to boost sales and profitability.

You will work closely with the General Manager and cross-functional teams to develop effective range plans, monitor performance, and support launches and seasonal initiatives while maintaining brand

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Marketing, or related fields.
• 4-5 years of merchandising, category management, retail planning, commercial analysis, or similar functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced and complex international environments.
• Solid understanding of retail dynamics, assortment management, and commercial performance drivers.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and managing multiple priorities.
• Strong business acumen and results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent English and Italian, both written and spoken.
• Proactive attitude, curiosity, and passion for the retail industry.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain store segmentation models and assortment frameworks aligned with local market opportunities and business objectives.
• Analyze brand and category performance, identifying opportunities to optimize product mix, sales, margin, and productivity.
• Collaborate with Category Management, Planning, and Merchandise Financial Planning teams to develop effective assortment strategies and product range plans.
• Support business stakeholders by providing performance insights, scenario analyses, and data-driven recommendations.
• Lead in-season stock management activities, ensuring optimal inventory levels and product availability across the retail network.
• Oversee product allocation and distribution processes to guarantee efficient product flow and execution.
• Monitor commercial performance through regular reporting and analysis, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner with Visual Merchandising and Marketing teams to support product launches, seasonal initiatives, and brand activations.
• Manage markdown and stock transfer activities to maximize sell-through and inventory productivity.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with Merchandise Financial Planning teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Retail analytics

Communication skills

Fluent English

Fluent Italian

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Business/Engineering/Marketing

Job description

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a results-driven Retail Merchandiser to shape our product assortment strategies across multiple banners. You will define store segmentation, optimize assortment by segment, and translate business insights into merchandising plans to boost sales and profitability.

You will work closely with the General Manager and cross-functional teams to develop effective range plans, monitor performance, and support launches and seasonal initiatives while maintaining brand