Job Description

Chanel is a world leader in creating, manufacturing and distributing luxury products, including Ready-to-Wear, Accessories, Fragrances, Makeup, Skincare, Jewellery and Watches. Founded by Gabrielle Chanel in 1910, the House remains dedicated to quality craftsmanship and offering high-end creations. At present, Chanel employs more than 32,000 people worldwide.

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. This means everyone can grow, continue to be inspired and feel included, now and in the future. The company fosters true collaboration and respect for all, grounded in the belief that diversity is essential to the success of the organization and its people.

We are now recruiting an experienced Showroom Executive to join the Fashion, Watches and Fine Jewellery Communications team.

WHAT IMPACT YOU CAN CREATE AT CHANEL

The central function of this position is to coordinate activities in the fashion showroom. This role will coordinate all local and international sample loans, and will set the standard of showroom management, this includes the considered handling, cleanliness, upkeep, care of garments and merchandise within the showroom.

YOU ARE ENERGIZED BY

A streamlined, organized and effective showroom, media relations, attention to detail and working with stylists, influencers and fashion editors.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Oversee the coordination of the FWFJ Press Showroom.

• Management of all local and international sample loan processes, oversee logistical coordination and communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Management, coordination and approval of ad-hoc product transfer requests and loans from retail stock and CHANEL Fashion Boutiques.

• Work alongside FWFJ Corporate Senior Communications Manager across strategy, planning and forecasting for a12-month calendar.

• Negotiation, management and coordination of qualitative editorial placements and agreements.

• Assist in the planning and execution of brand-facing local events within the division of FWFJ – including local image events for collection previews and product launches.

• Respond to media enquiries appropriately with content, tools and details, adhering to the local PR strategy and global guidelines.

• Work cross functionally to prepare FWFJ related documents ahead of meetings, shoots, appointments, and press trips.

• Build and strengthen relationships with all media relations, fashion editors, journalists, influencers and their teams/agents.

• Negotiation and execution of all Fashion qualitative editorial placements and agreements in line with the strategy set out by the Fashion, Watches & Fine Jewellery & Corporate Communications Senior Manager.

• Proactively seek out new and upcoming KOL’s, in the market, build and nurture these relationships.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Tertiary level qualifications in Business, Communications, Marketing or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Communications, Public Relations & Showroom Management.

• Awareness of luxury brand and/or Fashion, Watch & Fine Jewellery public relations.

• Understanding of Fashion and lifestyle media in Australia and New Zealand.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.

• Knowledge and experience with Fashion GPS.

• Understanding of AX systems.

• Enthusiasm, proactivity, and ability to complex problem solve.

• Superior communication and interpersonal skills with a high level of attention to detail.

WHAT CHANEL CAN OFFER YOU

Chanel is dedicated to empowering our people to develop and learn wholistically. We believe by nurturing the whole person, not just the employee, we give people the space and tools to design their impact based on their individual strengths and intrinsic motivations.

Chanel remains committed to rewarding people competitively, as well as offering initiatives such as wellbeing programs, learning and development opportunities, and parental leave for all parents globally.

We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to CHANEL. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and personal attributes do not form part of the selection process. Our team is selected solely for their talents and capabilities. We welcome the opportunity to learn how we can leverage your unique abilities and experiences to drive us forward.