UNITE

About the Company

Established in 2000, UNITE Talent Solutions has run successful talent acquisition campaigns for some of the most disruptive and innovative companies in the world – from early-stage technology and digital businesses, to blue chip corporations.

Our reputation for excellence is based on our values and principles, the same ethic that we look for in our candidates. Firmly established in the technology space, we consistently deliver high-quality professional service, in line with the changing needs of the tech industry.

We are passionate about our work and proud to contribute to the success of organisations that continue to change the world.

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Company Name

UNITE

Job Title

Head of Merchandising EMEA - Luxury Fashion Brand

Job Description

Job title: Head of Merchandising EMEA – Luxury Fashion Brand Role Summary: Senior regional leader tasked with developing and executing the merchandising strategy for a global luxury fashion house across EMEA. Holds responsibility for commercial performance, brand equity preservation, and alignment with the worldwide brand vision while managing a multi‑country merchandising team. Expectations: • Leverage strong commercial acumen and deep understanding of luxury consumer behavior, retail excellence, and regional market dynamics. • Operate within a matrix, international organization with significant leadership, ownership, and accountability. • Maintain brand consistency across retail and wholesale channels while driving profitability and market expansion. Key Responsibilities: • Define and lead the EMEA merchandising strategy in line with global brand direction. • Drive seasonal buying, assortment planning, and product allocation across retail and wholesale channels. • Optimize sell‑through, full‑price performance, and inventory management. • Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activity to inform strategy. • Partner closely with Global Merchandising, Retail, Wholesale, Planning, and Marketing teams. • Oversee pricing architecture and regional assortment adaptation while sustaining brand consistency. • Lead and develop the regional merchandising team. • Monitor KPIs (sell‑through, margin, stock turn, profitability) and report results. • Support store openings and market expansion initiatives across EMEA. Required Skills: • Extensive experience in luxury fashion merchandising. • Proven leadership in multi‑country EMEA markets. • Strong analytical mindset combined with aesthetic sensitivity. • Expertise in retail and wholesale distribution models. • Ability to navigate matrix organizations and manage cross‑functional stakeholders. • Entrepreneurial mindset with ownership and accountability. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management. • Fluency in English; proficiency in French and Italian highly desirable. Required Education & Certifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, or related field (MBA or equivalent preferred).

Paris, France

Remote

23-02-2026