Merchandiser, Retail

At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”

Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld.

We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion.

Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes.

Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.

We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our  and 35 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business.

We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business,. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.

We are seeking a highly motivated Merchandiser to join theKarl Lagerfeld Women’s Accessories team. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping the product assortment across all categories, driving sales performance, and ensuring our collections reflect both creative vision and commercial success.

• Range Planning & Product Development:
  Lead the range planning process for Women’s Accessories, providing strategic input to Design and Product Development teams.
• Market Analysis:
  Deliver weekly market feedback, analyse sales performance (sell-in and sell-out), and identify opportunities to optimize the collection.
• Trend & Competitor Research:
  Stay ahead of industry trends and benchmark competitors to maintain a competitive edge.
• Product Calendar Management:
  Oversee the seasonal product calendar to ensure timely launches and smooth workflows.
• Data-Driven Insights:
  Analyse historical data to guide assortment planning and improve sales efficiency.
• Sales Reporting:
  Prepare and distribute regular reports on best-sellers, sell-through rates, and overall collection performance.
• Cross-Functional Communication:
  Share product and style information with internal teams and licensing partners to ensure full alignment.
• Sales Tools & Presentations:
  Support the preparation of line books, online sales tools, and merchandising presentations for strategic partners.
• Market Engagement:
  Attend sales appointments and market visits to gather insights and support business objectives.
• Team Support:
  Mentor junior merchandisers and interns, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

• Bachelor degree in fashion or Business degree; a degree in fashion ishighly valued
• 2-4years of experience in Accessories and Bags Merchandising or a closely related fieldat a luxury/contemporary brand.
• Language: fluent in English, both verbal and written;
• Be up to date with latest trends and design;
• Abil…