Kering Eyewear In-Store Specialist NYC Metro

Summary

About us

Kering Eyewear, part of the global Luxury group Kering, is the most relevant player in the Luxury Eyewear market segment. We design, develop, manufacture, and distribute eyewear that blends creativity, innovation, and quality. Our portfolio spans a wide range of iconic brands including Gucci, Cartier, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Valentino, Chloé, Alaïa, Montblanc, Dunhill, Puma, and our proprietary brands LINDBERG, Maui Jim, and Zeal Optics. By combining industry expertise with a commitment to sustainability, we help our brands redefine design and craft eyewear that captivates consumers worldwide

Job Description

We are currently seeking an In-store specialist for the NYC metro area, who will report to the Retail Excellence Manager East, as part of our fabulous Training and Retail Excellence Team.

Your opportunity

As In-Store Specialist and expert of your region, you will be responsible for acting as the liaison between the corporate teams and store management teams to maximize sales at the door level for Key accounts, Optical stores and Department Store accounts. You will be responsible for driving sales, training, and meeting sales goals in the specified territory for all brands in the Kering Eyewear portfolio.

How you will contribute

• Execute local merchandising activities and training on assigned client portfolio
• Ensure maximum visibility in terms of permanent and seasonal activities as well as POP placement and product merchandising
• Support the Trade Marketing team in defining pos material need, allocation and consumption
• Secure the optimal Trade Marketing in-store execution in the assigned territory/region/district
• Coordinate with agencies for window and in-store setups
• Manage sellout contests, trade incentives and consumer incentives
• Follow-up on sellout results in assigned stores
• Map competitors
• Activities reports, collections feedbacks and KPIs follow up

Who you are

• 1 year of retail sales experience; luxury and/or eyewear experience is a plus
• Understanding of luxury fashion category
• Exceptional communication skills, follow through and precise attention to specifics - retail is detail
• Collaborative, solution-oriented, and proactive
• Proven ability to drive positive customer experiences that build loyalty and deliver measurable results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Schedule

40 hours / 5 days per week, Tuesday-Saturday

Travel in NYC Metro Area and surrounding territories. Own car needed.

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering Eyewear adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Company in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms - gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation - enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required.

Pay Range for this role: $60,000 - $80,000.00 salary per year, including annual discretional bonus.

Salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to: job level, market location, internal equity, job-related skill set and know-how, experience, and/or individual performance.

You will also gain an amazing benefits package, including Health insurance coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee wellness program, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Life and Disability insurance, 401-k retirement savings plan with company match, Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time and Vacation, Paid Bereavement, Employee Assistance Program, Product Discounts. All plans are subject to eligibility requirements.

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2026-11-01

Schedule

Full time

Organization

Kering Eyewear USA Inc.