Christian Dior Senior Purchasing Officer

Fosso • Italy

Thursday, December 19, 2024

Christian Dior Couture, a distinguished name in luxury fashion, operates under the esteemed umbrella of LVMH, the world's leading luxury goods conglomerate. Renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and innovative designs, Christian Dior Couture offers an exceptional working environment that fosters creativity and excellence.

1. Collaborate with Planning, Industrialization, and Costing departments to negotiate competitive pricing with suppliers.
2. Manage quality and timing disputes regarding delivered materials, implementing corrective measures to restore company quality standards.
3. Coordinate with the Industrialization Office to manage suppliers and manufacturers, aligning procurement with production needs.
4. Enhance supplier reliability by monitoring production processes, quality assurance, delivery timelines, technological capabilities, organization, and flexibility, proposing potential partnership agreements to management.
5. Support supplier research and selection through direct visits, evaluating their expertise, product quality, development and production capacity, delivery reliability, and market positioning.
6. Maintain commercial relationships with suppliers, negotiating unit costs, production processes, delivery times, payments, and transportation costs.
7. Propose effective and efficient management of purchases and procurement of carry-over items.
8. Prepare reservations and purchase orders, overseeing their issuance.

1. Degree in Management Engineering or related fields
2. Fluency in English and/or French
3. Experience in a similar role within manufacturing and industrial companies
4. Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and goal-oriented skills
5. Excellent analytical and organizational abilities
6. Willingness to travel frequently to suppliers located in Tuscany, Marche, Campania, and Puglia

1. Negotiation
2. Supplier Relationship Management
3. Analytical Thinking
4. Organizational Skills
5. Interpersonal Communication
6. Quality Assurance

A minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role within manufacturing and industrial sectors.

Degree in Management Engineering or related fields

The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a prestigious global luxury brand.

Christian Dior Couture is committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic workplace culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and personal development. Employees are valued for their unique contributions and are provided with opportunities to thrive in a creative and supportive environment.