Louis Vuitton Senior Store Planning Manager
Louis Vuitton, a prestigious brand within the esteemed LVMH conglomerate, epitomizes luxury and innovation in the fashion and leather goods sector. As an employer, Louis Vuitton offers an unparalleled environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront, providing employees with the opportunity to contribute to the legacy of a brand that is synonymous with elegance and sophistication.
- Drive and communicate global design guidelines and standards to ensure each Louis Vuitton store delivers the brand’s aesthetic and quality vision.
- Manage the entire project cycle from conception to close out to ensure timely delivery of projects in the highest quality within budget.
- Identify and explore opportunities for delivering bespoke store concepts that meet country needs and manage costs, schedule, design, and quality control of projects together with global store planning team, local teams, and business partners.
- Continuously optimize design concepts and ensure execution to the standards set by budget targets.
- Lead, manage, and oversee assigned architects, consultants, fit-out and millwork contractors with store planning VP.
- Liaise closely with local landlords and authorities to ensure proper guidelines and all relevant start-up information are in place for all projects.
- Conduct regular site visits and meetings with consultants, contractors, and landlords to ensure compliance with Vuitton’s standards, identify and resolve outstanding issues, and ensure appropriate follow-up.
- Coordinate with suppliers of millwork and furniture to prepare designs and manage achieving authorizations for proceeding in the realization of the projects.
- Manage direct orders from HQ nominated suppliers including logistics and custom clearance to ensure on-time delivery for satisfactory store opening.
- Manage challenges in the project lifecycle, identify potential crises, and define mitigation plans.
- Frequent travel required – approximately 30%.
- Architectural background in high-quality facades and interiors and store planning project management experience.
- Degree holder in Architecture, Interior Design, or Project Management in Design & Construction.
- Experience in luxury retail design is highly desirable but not essential.
- Strong knowledge of standard quality means and methods, and materials in construction and millwork required for a luxury environment.
- Resourceful and driven individual who can communicate effectively to all levels of stakeholders.
- Analytical, strong project management and execution skills with the ability to engage multiple stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment.
- Team player with a can-do attitude and is adaptable to fast and changing environments.
- Proficiency in MS Office, CAD, 3D software, and Photoshop.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Project Management in Design & Construction.
The position offers a competitive benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth within a globally recognized luxury brand.
Louis Vuitton fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Employees are encouraged to push boundaries and contribute to the brand's legacy of luxury and craftsmanship.