Christian Dior Product Development Manager - Outerwear

Paris • France

Monday, April 14, 2025

Christian Dior Couture, a distinguished entity within the LVMH Group, epitomizes the pinnacle of luxury fashion. Renowned for its commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and innovation, the brand seamlessly blends heritage with modernity. As an employer, Christian Dior Couture fosters an inclusive and dynamic environment, encouraging diversity and creativity across all its operations.

1. Oversee the development of the collection, ensuring adherence to timelines, model quality, and budget constraints.
2. Serve as the primary liaison between the studio, manufacturers, and development teams for materials and components.
3. Participate in fittings and assist with note-taking.
4. Update various development support tools.
5. Manage the dispatch of fabrics and components to manufacturing sites.
6. Code models in the PLM software, create and update bill of materials.
7. Conduct preliminary price analysis with the product manager.
8. Contribute to the standardization of models with the production department.
9. Manage the budget alongside the product manager.
10. Supervise an intern.

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion or Business (Bac +4/5).
2. 3 to 5 years of experience in product development for sportswear or outerwear.
3. Strong product sensitivity and genuine interest in the category.
4. Proven ability to provide technical solutions in support of creative processes.
5. Organized with a strong sense of priorities and ability to meet deadlines.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills, dynamic, flexible, and a team player.
7. Fluent in English; proficiency in Italian is advantageous.
8. Knowledge of PLM is desired.
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

1. Product development expertise
2. Project management
3. Technical problem-solving
4. Budget management
5. Interpersonal communication
6. Team leadership
7. Fluency in English and Italian
8. PLM software proficiency
9. Microsoft Office proficiency

A minimum of 3 years in product development within the sportswear or outerwear sector is required.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion or Business.

Christian Dior Couture is committed to promoting diversity and has been actively supporting the employment of individuals with disabilities since 2013.

Christian Dior Couture thrives on a culture of passion and creativity, where innovation and tradition coexist. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where employees are encouraged to express their creativity and contribute to the brand's legacy of excellence.