Visual Merchandising Business Analyst & Projects Coordinator

Ermenegildo Zegna Holditalia S.p.A; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEGNA in Milan seeks a Visual Merchandising Business Analyst & Projects Coordinator to drive global budget planning and cross-functional projects. The role reports to the Visual Merchandising Director and involves coordinating regional investments with marketing guidelines while supporting strategy and execution.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in analysis and PM, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and fluency in English, with a proactive, international mindset.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in business analysis and project management.
• Experience in budgeting, data analysis, and performance monitoring.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong cross-functional stakeholder management in international environments.
• Fluent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate regional Visual Merchandising budgets for global HQ alignment.
• Produce investment analyses for displays with cost breakdowns.
• Prepare budget and project performance reports for leadership.
• Support VM Director in cross-functional project meetings and follow-ups.
• Coordinate VM team activities and liaise with other departments.
• Help manage supplier contracts with Procurement to stay within budget.

Skills

English fluency

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

ABOUT ZEGNA

The global leader in luxury menswear, ZEGNA was founded in the Italian Alps in 1910. Part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group, the brand remains true to the values of its visionary Founder, Ermenegildo Zegna, who believed in creating world-class fabrics in harmony with both nature and local communities - a philosophy embodied by Oasi Zegna, the home of our values. The inspiration behind the brand’s values, Oasi Zegna, continues to guide everything we do at ZEGNA - from supporting our people to fostering a culture of growth, where craftsmanship and innovation are core elements of our learning processes and long-term growth strategy.

YOUR MISSION IN THIS ROLE

As Visual Merchandising Business Analyst & Projects Coordinator, based in Milan, you will work closely with the Visual Merchandising Director, providing strategic and operational support in worldwide budget management and the coordination of cross-functional projects. You will contribute to the definition, planning, and optimization of the global Visual Merchandising budget, ensuring alignment between regional business needs, investment priorities, and the Marketing strategic guidelines. Through rigorous financial analysis, continuous budget monitoring, and forward-looking insights, you will support informed decision-making and help optimize investments throughout the year. Beyond financial management, you will play an active role in the development and evolution of Visual Merchandising activities, participating in cross-functional project meetings, with other Departments. You will help ensure alignment on priorities, objectives, timelines, and deliverables, connecting financial planning with project execution and business needs. More specifically, you will:

• Manage worldwide budget planning and monitoring by consolidating Visual Merchandising investment needs from regional markets at HQ level, ensuring alignment with global priorities and marketing guidelines, tracking budget allocations, forecast updates, and actuals.
• Develop investment analyses for window displays and visual tools, providing detailed cost breakdowns and clear overviews at both project and annual budget level to support investment planning, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Prepare management reports and presentations on budget performance, investment analyses, and project updates to support the Visual Merchandising division.
• Support the Visual Merchandising Director in project development and cross-functional coordination by participating in marketing meetings, ensuring follow-up on key decisions and priorities.
• Coordinate activities within the Visual Merchandising team and act as the key point of contact for other departments, facilitating alignment, communication, and effective project execution.
• Support supplier contract management by working closely with the Procurement team to coordinate and monitor supplier contracts, ensuring alignment with agreed contractual terms, project requirements, and budget allocations.

WHO YOU ARE

• You bring 3-5 years of experience in Business Analysis and Project Management or similar analytical and project-driven functions.
• You have experience in budgeting, data analysis, business & performance monitoring, budgeting, and project coordination.
• You are highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• You have strong project management capabilities and are comfortable managing multiple stakeholders across different functions
• You are known for your proactive mindset, problem-solving capabilities, and ability to navigate fast-paced, international environments.
• You communicate fluently in English

WHAT WE OFFER

The position provides for a base salary between: € 35,000-40,000

Remuneration is determined on objective criteria, regardless of gender.Within the base salary range, individual pay is determined by knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training.

The position is expected to be classified within the National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL Tessile). The final contractual classification will be determined using objective criteria, including the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and relevant professional experience

JOINING ZEGNA

Joining us means stepping into a world of excellence, where the uniqueness of our authenticity is rooted in the talents of our people, who together contribute to weaving a story of innovation and craftsmanship. You will become part of an ongoing journey of development, uncovering your talents while contributing to a proud legacy and a vibrant tomorrow.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, age, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other personal characteristic.