Merchandiser

Richemont•New York, NY

12d

About The Position

The Retail Merchandiser for Chloé Americas executes the regional merchandising strategy in alignment with the Maison’s global vision. The role translates product direction and local market insights into commercially relevant assortments, product initiatives, and strong commercial performance. With direct ownership of Fashion Accessories, Jewelry, and Licensee, the Merchandiser leads seasonal buying and manages the product lifecycle from assortment selection and launch through inventory optimization and end-of-season actions. The position also supports the broader merchandising function through business reporting, operational coordination, and partnership with Retail, Visual Merchandising, Supply Chain, Licensee partners, and Paris HQ. It offers exposure to the broader regional business and an opportunity to contribute to a growing, evolving organization. The role combines analytical rigor with creative and cultural insight, product instinct, commercial curiosity, and attention to detail.

Requirements

3–5 years of merchandising or retail buying experience, ideally in luxury fashion, with a foundation in seasonal buying and assortment development.
Strong product sensitivity and an informed perspective on fashion, culture, competitors, and the evolving luxury client.
Strong analytical and commercial skills.
Advanced Excel proficiency and working knowledge of PowerPoint.
Solid understanding of assortment planning, retail math and KPIs, inventory management, and product lifecycle execution.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines.
Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented approach, with collaboration and professional integrity.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate insights clearly across diverse stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require, including market visits and potential on-site participation in seasonal buying sessions.

Nice To Haves

Luxury fashion experience.
SAP or Anaplan experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead seasonal buys for Accessories, Jewelry, and Licensee, from assortment planning and selection through order placement and review, aligned with regional strategy and OTB.
Build category expertise and translate client preferences, competitive insights, and category performance into commercial recommendations and in-season actions.
Track category sales performance, sell-through, and inventory KPIs; identify opportunities for sustainable commercial growth and stock productivity.
Lead regional licensee coordination, partner relationships, seasonal buys, assortment needs, stock availability, and replenishment.
Prepare and interpret routine analysis across categories and channels, generating concise insights on opportunities and risks.
Support forecasts, seasonal hindsight, and business reviews using quantitative analysis and boutique and market feedback.
Coordinate stock rebalances, transfers, and inventory optimization initiatives across the business.
Maintain close Retail partnerships to capture market needs, client feedback, and product opportunities.
Coordinate shared reporting, planning tools, launch trackers, and administrative workflows between Merchandising and Visual Merchandising.
Collaborate with Paris and regional partners to align product priorities, communicate updates, and ensure timely execution of commercial initiatives.