Christian Dior Creative Production Manager
Christian Dior Couture, a distinguished entity within the esteemed LVMH Group, epitomizes the pinnacle of French heritage and innovation. Renowned for its transformative impact on fashion, the House of Dior is celebrated for its commitment to excellence, creativity, and sustainability. As part of the LVMH family, the brand fosters an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages the growth of its talents, ensuring a workplace where creativity and collaboration thrive.
- Lead communication with regional Visual Merchandising production teams to coordinate window displays for designated stores.
- Manage vendor relationships for window display development and production, ensuring alignment with creative direction and execution standards.
- Collaborate with the Senior Director and procurement team to establish and monitor budgets for 3D windows, ensuring cost efficiency and high-quality execution.
- Coordinate with global logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and installation of window displays.
- Partner with the Senior Director and global creative team to execute window installations, adhering to local guidelines and regulations.
- Oversee the on-site installation team, ensuring quality control during installation and fabrication processes.
- Provide support for special store events or window displays, including fixture production and coordination.
- Act as the primary point of contact on-site for window installation, ensuring all aspects meet the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
- Create and manage project milestones to ensure timely completion and launch.
- Collaborate with the Senior Director and VP on communication strategy for team calendars with internal teams and brand stakeholders.
- Conduct quality checks on all 3D drawings and digital assets to identify inconsistencies and address potential issues.
- Identify, assess, and communicate creative blind spots and bottlenecks with the Senior Director and global creative team.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional departments such as visual merchandising, retail operations, and logistics teams to ensure initiatives are acknowledged.
- Maintain strong communication and transparency with the Visual Merchandising team during all phases of rollout: planning, installing, and post-repairs.
- Oversee all installations and plan installation schedules in line with delivery and other Visual Merchandising activities.
- Foster teamwork, camaraderie, and an 'all hands on deck' mentality to create a network of support.
- Minimum 5 years of technical project management experience.
- Proficiency in reading floor plans and CAD drawings with knowledge of materials and production techniques.
- Strong ability to interface with corporate partners and external vendors, maintaining excellent communication and relationships.
- Exceptional project management skills.
- Detail-oriented, flexible, and comfortable with multitasking.
- Strong initiative, ownership, and accountability for business.
- Ability to react quickly with a strong sense of urgency.
- Experience in managing vendors and installation teams.
- Knowledge of SketchUp or Rhino.
Minimum 5 years of technical project management experience.
Salary range of $100,000 - $115,000 annually, plus bonus eligibility.
Comprehensive benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, short and long-term disability, employee discount program, various paid time off, volunteer time off, holidays, mental health and wellbeing support, family-friendly benefits, reproductive health care, child and elder care services, commuter benefits, 401k plans with employer contributions matching plan, and employee referral program.
Christian Dior Couture fosters a culture of creativity, inclusivity, and sustainability, where talents are nurtured in a positive and authentic environment. As part of the LVMH Group, the company values diversity and encourages the formation of communities with shared values, enriching the workplace and beyond. The Maison is committed to ethical practices, social responsibility, and environmental protection, ensuring a sense of purpose for all employees.