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About the Role

CHANEL is seeking a Senior Group Director, Shoes to lead the end-to-end merchandising vision and category leadership for Shoes in the U.S. This role will establish strategy, drive a client-centric assortment, and ensure category performance and commercial outcomes. You will provide strategic support and executional leadership to the Head of Merchandising and Fashion Business Planning, U.S., and develop the Shoes merchandising team.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the U.S. merchandising strategy for Shoes.
Own category performance and set business objectives and commercial targets.
Build strong relationships with multi-brand retail leadership.
Partner with global counterparts to align on collection vision and tailor assortments for the U.S. client.
Identify opportunities and risks in the U.S. market and recommend strategies to drive growth.
Support setting the US Pricing strategy for shoes.
Lead the team to build seasonal assortments that represent collection allure and support specific location needs.
Monitor category and assortment performance, adjusting buy strategies and influencing pricing.
Identify and capitalize on market opportunities, competitive insights, and client trends.
Leverage U.S. client insights, CRM data, and retail feedback with global merchandising.
Serve as a thought leader in the U.S. luxury landscape, identifying shifts in client behavior and fashion trends.
Translate insights into assortment strategies to maintain Chanel's leadership in the U.S. market.
Represent the U.S. voice in global forums.
Ensure the Shoes offering enhances the client experience across U.S. boutiques and Department Stores.
Lead and develop the U.S. Shoes merchandising team, fostering growth and collaboration.
Shape team architecture to support growth and transformation.
Champion talent development, individual mentorship, and succession planning.
Serve as a cultural ambassador, inspiring teams with Chanel’s heritage and client-first philosophy.
Drive efficiency and process improvement.
Partner with U.S. Retail, Visual Merchandising, and Fashion Expertise teams.
Lead regular Business Reviews with MBR partners and drive decisions.
Track key business metrics and lead action plans to optimize results.
Work closely with Supply Chain and Merch Planning to ensure product availability.

Requirements

12+ years of experience in luxury merchandising, with strong expertise in Shoes and deep knowledge of the U.S. luxury fashion market.
Proven ability to adapt global strategies to local market needs and drive commercial performance.
Strong analytical and financial acumen, with experience managing P&L responsibilities.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience leading high-performing teams.
Deep understanding of U.S. luxury clients, trends, and competitive landscape.
Up to 25% regular travel (international and domestic).

Skills

Fashion
Craftsmanship
Visionary
Strategic
Client-Obsessed
Innovative
Trend-Aware
Collaborative
Influential
Analytical
Decisive
Resilient
Adaptable
People Leader

Location

New York, New York

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree required
MBA a plus

Salary/Compensations

$175,000 - $225,000

Benefits

Wellbeing resources
2-week August Office Closure
Wellbeing fund
Family and care giving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, and Care.com Membership)
Generous paid time off policies (vacation, holiday, sick, volunteer days)
401K
Other incentives
Robust healthcare offerings (medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE, One Medical)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account
Employee Assistance Program
Life insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Health Advocate
International Business Travel Accident & Medical
Commuter Transit & Parking

About the Company

Chanel is a private company focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth and collective progress.
We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams.
Chanel is a world leader in creating, manufacturing and distributing luxury products.
Founded by Gabrielle Chanel in 1910, the House remains dedicated to quality craftsmanship and offering high-end creations.
Chanel employs more than 32,000 people worldwide.
Core values are grounded in: Exceptional creation and client experience, Nurturing human potential, Having a positive impact – on people, the environment and communities around the world.
The company promotes arts, culture and creativity, while investing significantly in key areas including research & development, sustainability, and innovation.
Chanel is dedicated to creating the conditions for people to perform at their best, building on their strengths and enabling them to benefit from new opportunities.
It offers a unique working environment where people are given time to understand the brand, the business, and develop their personal motivations.
The company fosters true collaboration and respect for all, grounded in the belief that diversity is essential to the success of the organisation and its people.
Chanel remains committed to rewarding people competitively, as well as offering initiatives such as wellbeing programmes, learning and development opportunities, and parental leave for all parents globally.

Equal Opportunity

At CHANEL, we are intentional in promoting Diversity & Inclusion.
We foster respect, empathy and dignity for all.
We believe strongly that the diversity of our people across the full spectrum of human differences is essential to our organisation and the connections we have with each other and our clients.
We offer Employee Resource Groups in the US that are voluntary, open to all, employee-led groups formed around a shared identity or lived experience, whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community aligned with the values and missions of the communities they support.