Join Monocle’s growing global retail team to help bring to life a curated selection of products developed exclusively for Monocle.
About Monocle
Monocle is an independent media brand that has built a global reputation for its coverage of international affairs, design, travel, fashion and much more besides. Launched in London in 2007, the business has blossomed to include our famed magazine, daily newsletters, a round-the-clock radio station, international events as well as thriving retail stores, e-commerce and cafés. With HQs, bureaux and shops in London, Zürich, Paris, Merano, Toronto, Tokyo and Hong Kong we are a truly global team and proud of the fact that today Monocle is a vital source of inspiration, analysis and ideas for our discerning global audience.
About the role:
The Monocle Shop offers a unique selection of products, ranging from ready-to-wear clothing to luggage and homeware. The products are well made, have great design and strong provenance.
The retail project coordinator will work closely with the head of product development to coordinate the curation and development of a unique product selection brought to market in collaboration with a wide range of brand partners.
With 1-2 years’ experience in retail buying or retail management, you have a strong understanding of the product development lifecycle, knowledge of Microsoft programs and the Google Suite, and excellent English. the successful candidate will demonstrate:
-Ownership of complex projects – from initiating first contact with new brands to coordinating the development of products with long-term Monocle partners
-Curiosity and proactiveness to stay up to date on trends, consistently suggest ideas to refresh Monocle’s product range and drive new developments
-Excellent communication skills to manage product developments with partner brands and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of goods in-store and online
-Strong organisational skills to manage product-development timelines and keep internal tools up to date
-Strong analytical skills to evaluate product performance, control costs and assist strategic buying process
We value collaboration and interaction with our colleagues and our clients. We work on unique, global projects alongside our enormously talented & fast paced international team. This role is based in our Paris office.
Our team is ambitious, talented, professional and committed to excellence in everything they do. If you are keen to join us, please apply to Anna Lyman, al@monocle.com. Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in France.
