Senior Group Director, Leather Goods

Senior Group Director, Leather Goods

At Chanel, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to CHANEL.

​About the role:

• CHANEL is looking for a Senior Group Director, Leather Goods to join our Merchandising Team in New York, New York.  You will play a lead role in establishing merchandising strategy and driving unique assortment for all US boutiques for Chanel leather goods categories in accordance with global and regional strategies.  The role will be a key support role for the Head of Merchandising, Leather Goods & Accessories, U.S., providing strategic support and executional leadership to ensure the success of the broader category and managing a team of leather goods merchandising team members through practical guidance and mentorship. 

What impact you can create at CHANEL:

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the U.S. merchandising strategy for Leather Goods, ensuring it reflects both Chanel’s creative vision and the unique needs of the dynamic American market. 
• Support the Head of Merchandising, Leather Goods & Accessories, in driving the overall category vision, strategic planning, and business performance. 
• Partner with global counterparts to align on collection vision while tailoring assortments and strategies for the U.S. client. 
• Identify opportunities and risks in the U.S. market and recommend strategies to drive growth, client acquisition, and retention. 
• Support setting the US Pricing strategy for leather goods and play a key role in the approach of all other categories. 

Product & Assortment

• Lead the team to build seasonal assortments that represent collection allure and support each BTQ’s specificities and clients’ needs. 
• Partner with the global merchandising team to share U.S. insights, influencing collection architecture and lifecycle management. 
• Monitor performance and adjust buy strategies to maximize sales and inventory efficiency. 

Front- Runner of Fashion & Industry Trends

• Serve as a thought leader in the U.S. luxury landscape, identifying shifts in client behavior, cultural moments, and fashion trends. 
• Translate these insights into assortment strategies, ensuring Chanel remains the leader in the U.S. market for fashion and desirability. 
• Represent the U.S. voice in global forums, ensuring regional perspectives influence leather goods’ product evolution. 

Client- Centric Approach

• Leverage U.S. client insights, CRM data, and retail feedback to anticipate demand and shape product journeys. 
• Ensure the Leather Goods offering enhances the client experience across U.S. boutiques and all client facing events. 
• Retail & Business Excellence 
• Partner with U.S. Retail, Visual Merchandising, and Education teams to ensure storytelling and execution that protect brand equity. 
• Track key business metrics and lead action plans to optimize results. 
• Work closely with Supply Chain and Merch Planning to ensure the right products reach the right markets at the right time. 

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop the U.S. Leather Goods merchandising team, fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence. 
• Lead with a coach mindset, supporting individual development while driving teamwide performance. 
• Serve as a cultural ambassador, inspiring teams with Chanel’s heritage, creativity, and client-first philosophy. 
• Drive efficiency and process improvement through challenging status quo and collaboration. 

You are energized by:

• Passionate about Fashion – You are deeply connected to the world of fashion and craftmanship, bringing enthusiasm, curiosity and innovation while respecting the codes of the house.  
• Visionary & Strategic – You see both the big picture and the fine details, shaping strategies while executing flawlessly in the moment. 
• Client-Obsessed – You have a deep curiosity about the U.S. luxury client and make decisions that put their needs, desires, and experiences at the center. 
• Innovative & Trend-Aware – You anticipate market and cultural shifts, translating them into forward-thinking merchandising strategies. 
• Collaborative & Influential – You thrive in cross-functional partnerships, inspiring and aligning diverse teams toward shared goals. 
• Analytical & Decisive – You balance intuition with data, using i