Christian Dior Fabric Developer

Christian Dior Couture, a prestigious name in luxury fashion, is part of the LVMH Group, a global leader in high-quality products. The brand is renowned for its commitment to excellence, creativity, and innovation, offering a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusivity.

1. Manage one or more fabric categories such as Jersey, Tailoring, Shirts, and Sportswear under the supervision of the Sourcing & Development Manager.
2. Serve as the primary contact for suppliers and agents for fabric research, follow-ups, and development tracking.
3. Organize, archive, and monitor received fabric research by season, category, and type.
4. Gather and verify technical information, pricing, available stock, and necessary certifications for material purchasing and production.
5. Contribute to the development of fabrics and prints in collaboration with CAD and the studio.
6. Update fabric boards and swatch hangers for the Studio and Development teams.
7. Collaborate with the studio to meet creative needs and ensure commercial requests for the collection are respected.
8. Work closely with the Material Purchasing team to provide technical and supplier information for system integration and order processing.
9. Coordinate with the Material Stock team to verify fabric conformity upon arrival before studio availability.
10. Maintain and update fabric swatch hangers and fabric space through sorting and archiving.

1. Advanced degree in textiles, fashion, or engineering (e.g., ITECH, ENSAIT, IFM).
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in fabric development or sourcing, preferably in a high-end or luxury environment.
3. Strong knowledge of fabric families (wool, cotton, silk, technical materials) and textile suppliers.
4. Proficiency in PLM tools, Excel, and Outlook with a keen interest in precise data tracking.
5. Professional proficiency in English; Italian is a plus.
6. Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
7. Team spirit, curiosity, product sensitivity, and strong interpersonal skills.
8. Proactive in managing priorities and coordinating across teams.

1. Fabric sourcing and development
2. Supplier relationship management
3. Data organization and archiving
4. Technical information verification
5. Collaboration with creative teams
6. PLM and data management tools
7. Strong communication skills
8. Proactive coordination

A minimum of 5 years in fabric development or sourcing within a high-end or luxury context.

Advanced degree in textiles, fashion, or engineering.

Christian Dior Couture offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, encouraging diversity in all its forms and committed to employing individuals with disabilities.

The workplace culture at Christian Dior Couture is characterized by a commitment to creativity, innovation, and excellence, fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and collaboration.