Christian Dior Leather Goods Development Assistant

Paris • France

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Christian Dior Couture, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, is part of the LVMH conglomerate, renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. With a legacy that dates back to 1947, the brand continues to inspire with its visionary approach to fashion, offering a dynamic and inclusive workplace for over 8,500 talents worldwide.

1. Assist in the development of men's accessory prototypes for various collections, from stylist sketches to sales showrooms.
2. Support the product manager in tracking collections and product development in collaboration with associated departments.
3. Oversee prototype development, material procurement, and product standardization.
4. Manage daily reception and dispatch of prototypes between Italian factories and the Paris development office.
5. Ensure prototype compliance upon receipt and update the database with photos for the collection.
6. Establish tracking tools for efficient service operation.
7. Monitor invoices and assist in budget tracking with updated order and cost records.
8. Conduct competitive studies on new market forms, material trends, and techniques used in leather goods.
9. Assist in fashion show preparation, including model reception and compliance checks, and update the 'look list' with selected accessories.
10. Prepare products for meetings through product research and merchandising.
11. Update collection support tools daily, including shared collection plans with Italy and look lists.
12. Compile ATA Carnets with collection references, descriptions, materials, photos, and supplier documents.

1. Previous professional experience in a similar role is mandatory.
2. Good knowledge of leather goods and footwear.
3. Sensitivity to the luxury and fashion universe.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
5. Basic skills in Illustrator and Photoshop.
6. Fluency in English and basic proficiency in Italian.
7. Strong organizational skills, dynamism, and attention to detail.

1. Product development
2. Project management
3. Communication
4. Attention to detail
5. Multilingual proficiency
6. Technical proficiency in design software

Entry-level experience required, with a mandatory previous professional experience in a similar role.

Christian Dior Couture promotes inclusion and diversity, actively supporting employment for individuals with disabilities and valuing all forms of uniqueness.

Christian Dior Couture fosters a culture of passion, creativity, and excellence. The company values courage and optimism, encouraging employees to grow in a generous, disruptive, and ambitious environment.