Visual Merchandising Manager, LOEWE Italy & Central Europe

Being part of LOEWE gives you the opportunity of learning new things every day and working with people passionate about what they do, in a fast moving and ambitious company.

As VM Manager, Italy & Central Europe , you will have a key role within the EMEA VM team, responsible for the execution, management, communication and delivery of VM across your region. Reporting directly to the Head of VM for Europe, you will build strong relationships with the EMEA management and Italy and Central Europe market teams. You will lead the delivery of world‑class VM for your region. Based in Milan, you will have frequent travel across Italy, Germany and Austria, as well as more widely across Europe.

Your role will be:

• Manage the VM execution for the Italian and Central European (Germany and Austria) markets and ensure that all stores are aligned with the LOEWE visual direction and standards.
• Report directly to the Head of VM for Europe.
• Manage cross‑functional collaboration for your region with stakeholders from Retail, Merchandising, and Marketing. Communicate VM strategy and planning effectively to all functions on a regular basis.
• Develop strong relationships with the retail network and dedicate time to spend in stores to ensure the LOEWE global VM standards are met.
• Coordinate bi‑weekly product rotations for all stores in the region, and schedule weekly remote store walkthroughs for stores with less frequent visits.
• As an expectation, you should spend 80% of your time on average in stores and doing practical execution of VM, with frequent travel to the full network.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the business needs for the region and deliver strategic solutions. Ensure VM execution is dynamic and reflective of the local market needs, including specific client groups, time of year, and product focuses.
• Coordinate the delivery of all visual projects for the region including in store product launches and window installations, store openings, pop ups and other external projects. Ensure all projects are delivered in line with the seasonal creative concepts, global VM guidelines, regional buying and market direction, in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with merchandising for seasonal planning, including rotation strategies and rebalances.
• Arrange VM training for store teams including VM Guidelines training, new starter inductions, and general VM principles at regular intervals throughout the season.
• Communicate all market actions and plans to the VM Director at EMEA in regular meetings, seeking approval and feedback where needed. Ensure the VM Director has a full 360 view of the market at all times.
• Collaborate with the wider EMEA VM team on key projects, launches and openings, ensuring the needs of the region are met as a team.
• Be flexible, solutions‑led and able to adapt quickly to the changing needs of the business in line with business growth.
• Be open and willing to manage an irregular schedule, frequent travel, overnight work, and flexible working hours.

What is important for the role:

• Degree, business school qualification, VM academic background or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Visual Merchandising, ideally within the luxury or premium fashion industry.
• Strong experience across both Ready-to-Wear and Accessories.
• A clear affinity with the LOEWE brand, its products and its creative universe.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong understanding of luxury Visual Merchandising standards.
• Natural creativity, visual sensitivity and a strong eye for composition and presentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across different functions and levels of seniority.
• Highly organised, proactive and dynamic, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborative team player who is comfortable working across markets and cultures.
• Positive, passionate and solutions-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant VM / presentation tools.
• Italian and/or German language skills are advantageous but not essential.
• Genuine interest in art, design, craft, fashion and contemporary culture.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across the region.

About LOEWE

Founded in Spain in 1846, LOEWE is the second-oldest luxury fashion house in the world. Since 2025, the House is under the creative direction of Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, guided by a rich artistic sensibility and an imaginative exploration of craft. This new chapter builds on core sensibilities of LOEWE: an intellectual and playful approach to fashion, the vibrant spirit of Spanish lifestyle, and unmatched leather expertise.

At LOEWE we are committed to a culture that welcomes all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic background and abilities, including people with disabilities of all types. Our aim is for everyone to feel valued, included, and empowered to contribute their best.