Showroom Manager

Reference Studios is a leading holistic communications agency founded by Mumi Haiati in 2017, with the vision to create a contemporary platform built on creativity and his vast global network. With offices in Berlin, Milan, and Paris , our approach is purpose-built for today's cross-cultural environment, where youth and luxury, brand and consumer, online and offline, co-exist as a whole.

We operate under the philosophy that everything a brand or institution does – both physically and digitally – should be thought of and treated as a form of media.

Reference offers an integral approach to communications, where top-tier experience in press relations, brand & community building, curation, events, and social media are mobilised strategically and simultaneously to build momentum and energy around clients.

Reference Studios is looking for a highly motivated Showroom Manager to join our team in our Berlin office. With a sense for excellent service as well as designer, VIP, and client liaising skills, you will manage the daily operations of the showroom and support our communications team.

The ideal candidate will be passionate and possess a solid knowledge of fashion, lifestyle, the arts, and contemporary culture overall. A strong network in Berlin, including stylists, editors, artists, and talent, as well as international designers, is essential – a global network is encouraged. As the heart of our Berlin showroom, identifying with our brands, content, and values is not only a plus – it is a prerequisite to act as an ambassador of Reference Studios at all times.

Your Mission :

• Maintain and organise the Berlin showroom on a daily basis (display of collections, flower arrangements, supply management, etc.).
• Initiate, coordinate and execute showroom appointments.
• Build relationships and keep in touch with stylists on a global level.
• Keep an overview of the showroom stock - collections and other supplies.
• Assist the Communications Team with editorial sample requests.
• Oversee sample loans - send outs, tracking packages, ensuring safe returns.
• Arrange and coordinate VIP fittings.
• Organise our bi-annual Reference Studios Press Days hand-in-hand with the Communications Team.
• Prepare and send-out our showroom newsletters.
• Continuously align with the Communications Team about the positioning of our brands in digital and print titles.
• Support the Communications Team with monthly client reports (samples pulls & showroom visits).

Your Profile :

• At least 2 years of previous showroom experience or comparable experience as store manager, office manager or sales in the fashion sector.
• Passion and strong knowledge of fashion, lifestyle, the arts, and contemporary culture overall.
• Well-established network of stylists, editors, and talents.
• Understanding of aesthetics and appealing visual displays of collections.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Superior time management skills, ability to work quickly and efficiently, prioritise and multitask.
• Open-minded and sociable personality; joy in social interactions.
• Ability to use spreadsheets (Google Sheets, Excel, etc.) and presentation tools (Google Slides, PowerPoint, etc.), and experience withinventory management tools preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.Strong written and oral communication skills in German ispreferred.Additional languages (French / Italian) encouraged.
• Enthusiastic, curious, and collaborative attitude.

We offer :

• An international, diverse team of experts in a dynamic and modern environment.
• Exposure to high-end & culturally relevant brands, events, and products.
• A fast-paced environment, where we favour quick decision-making and getting things done.
• A lot of space for you, your ideas, and creativity.
• A good-humoured, friendly, and passionate team that loves what we do.
• A full-time employment contract for an unlimited period of time.
• A great working atmosphere in our beautiful offices and showrooms in Berlin, Milan, and Paris.

To apply, please send your cover letter and cv to [emailprotected] with the subject line Showroom Manager - Berlin Application.