Gucci Manager, Client Events

Founded in Florence, Italy, in 1921, Gucci is one of the world’s leading luxury brands. Under the leadership of President and CEO Francesca Bellettini and the artistic direction of Demna, the House continues to redefine luxury and fashion while celebrating creativity, Italian craftsmanship, and innovation. Gucci is part of the global luxury group Kering, which manages renowned Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear. Role Mission: The Manager of Client Events is responsible for the end-to-end planning, operational execution, and performance reporting of Client Events across Gucci Americas, with a focus on festivities, store openings, and seasonal launch activations. In partnership with the Senior Manager of Client Events and cross-functional stakeholders, this role ensures flawless event execution, vendor management, budget oversight, client outreach support, and post-event analysis while delivering elevated client experiences aligned with Gucci brand standards and the business objectives across the Gucci Americas store network.

Responsibilities

Execute event strategies and activation plans for festivities, store openings, and seasonal launches; Manage end-to-end event planning and logistics including run-of-show development, vendor management, visual tools and fixtures, gifting, staffing, and on-site execution; Develop and maintain master event timelines and project plans; Conduct site visits and operational assessments; Manage all event vendors and logistics end-to-end including sourcing, onboarding, briefing, negotiation, execution oversight, and post-event evaluation; Prepare vendor contracts in partnership with Legal; Manage individual event budgets, track expenditures, process invoices, reconcile costs, and ensure adherence to approved budget parameters; Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies; Partner with Retail Leadership, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Security, Retail Performance, Communications, and other key stakeholders; Coordinate cross-functional deliverables and operational requirements; Support regional Client Engagement teams and store teams with event toolkits and execution best practices; Provide stores with targeted client lists and outreach tools; Develop outreach materials; Create event toolkits; Track and analyze event performance against KPIs; Develop comprehensive post-event recaps; Communicate event outcomes and insights to regional and global stakeholders

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years' experience in an experiential marketing or event/production role within the luxury industry with a proven track record of success; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Excellent relationships with top industry vendors and partners; Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Fashion GPS; Deep understanding, knowledge and interest in fashion, culture, and art; Strong management, communication, and negotiation skills; Proven ability to mentor and develop team; Excellent analytical skills with an ability to effectively troubleshoot and provide strategies and solutions; Creative, innovative, outside-the-box thinker; Team player adept at navigating and managing cross-functional teams and relationships; Ability to multi-task, anticipate project needs, prioritize deliverables, share crucial information, set and manage deadlines; Domestic and international travel required; Proper work authorization to work in the United States

Nice to have

Experience working with retail teams is a plus