KERING EYEWEAR Junior Trade Events Specialist (Categorie Protette - L.68/99)

Your opportunity

We are currently seeking a Junior Trade Events Specialist, belonging to Law 68/99, as part of our team in Milan.

How you will contribute

1. Event Planning & Execution

• Support the Trade Events Manager in organizing and executing a wide range of events (sales campaigns, local trade activations, and special initiatives) — from initial scouting to post-event evaluation.
• Assist with all event phases, including setup, on-site coordination, and dismantling, ensuring smooth operations and a luxury client engagement.
• Coordinate event logistics and materials, ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and excellence in execution.
• Collaborate with internal departments (Sales, Marketing, Retail, Operations) and external partners to support event design, logistics, and vendor management.

2. Budget & Administration

• Map and process event-related costs in SAP (PR, PO, MIGO) and assist in monitoring budgets under the manager’s guidance.
• Liaise with Finance for supplier invoice management and ensure proper documentation and archiving.

3. Brand & Strategy Alignment

• Ensure all trade events are executed in line with brand and corporate guidelines, marketing strategy, and customer experience standards.
• Contribute to the development of event guidelines and ensure compliance with corporate processes.

4. Market Research & Reporting

• Track and report event performance metrics to support continuous improvement and maximize ROI
• Conduct regular market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and innovations in Events, Trade Shows and Customer Experiences.
• Support in drafting internal reports, organizing team meetings, and sharing best practices.

Who you are:

• Degree in economics and/or marketing
• Experience preferably in events management, trade marketing, or brand activation
• Fluent knowledge of English and Italian
• Highly detail-oriented and precise
• Excellent knowledge of the "Office" package, specifically Excel and Power Point
• A collaborative team player
• Flexible and open to travel internationally
• Curious and eager to learn

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering Eyewear adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Company in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.