Christian Dior Senior Product Manager - Women's Footwear

Paris • France

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Christian Dior Couture, a prestigious entity within the LVMH Group, epitomizes luxury and innovation in the fashion industry. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, the brand offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and professional growth. As an employer, Christian Dior Couture is dedicated to promoting diversity and has been actively supporting the employment of individuals with disabilities since 2013.

1. Lead the development of women's footwear collections, preparing collection briefs for the Studio based on market trends and historical sales data.
2. Collaborate closely with the Industrial Development team in Italy to construct the collection catalog.
3. Manage product codification and maintain product reference standards.
4. Edit the collection plan in collaboration with the Studio and development teams, providing product recommendations and adjustments up to the showroom phase.
5. Ensure prototypes are available for fittings as requested by the Studio.
6. Contribute to the establishment of processes and workflows in collaboration with the industrial team.
7. Oversee technical development in conjunction with the Industrial Development team.
8. Present collections to support teams such as Legal and Customer Service.
9. Validate model and name registrations with the Legal team.
10. Coordinate with Visual Merchandising for the installation and development of specific props during showrooms.
11. Independently manage special projects including Couture Footwear, Haute Couture, and Bridal collections.
12. Conduct ongoing competitive analysis, monitoring competitor collections, launches, and pricing to provide strategic recommendations.

1. Proven experience of at least 5 years in Product Development and Marketing outside of academic studies.
2. Educational background in Business School, Marketing, Management, or equivalent.

1. Fluency in French, English, and Italian, both written and spoken.
2. Excellent writing and oral presentation skills.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
4. Strong analytical, organizational, and initiative skills.
5. Attention to detail and precision.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and autonomy.
7. Curiosity, openness, and strong communication, listening, and observational skills.

Minimum of 5 years in product development and marketing.

Degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or equivalent.

Christian Dior Couture offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, emphasizing diversity and equal opportunities for all employees.

The culture at Christian Dior Couture is one of innovation, luxury, and inclusivity. The brand encourages creativity and professional growth, fostering a dynamic and supportive atmosphere. Emphasizing diversity, the company is committed to providing equal opportunities and has been actively supporting the employment of individuals with disabilities since 2013.