Louis Vuitton Visual Merchandising Director

New York • USA

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Louis Vuitton, a prestigious brand under the LVMH conglomerate, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the luxury fashion industry. As an employer, Louis Vuitton values the uniqueness of each employee, fostering an environment where individuals can thrive and contribute to the brand's legacy. The company is dedicated to promoting professional equality and inclusivity, offering unparalleled career development opportunities and industry-leading training.

1. Communicate all Visual Merchandising (VM) guidelines to Louis Vuitton Americas VM teams, including directives from Paris and regionally generated directives.
2. Provide feedback on photos from key locations and offer guidance to Regional VM Directors for locations outside the top 20.
3. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all product categories.
4. Collaborate with Merchandisers to align visual merchandising with key investments, business drivers, and sales targets.
5. Create visually compelling communication tools, including project recaps, VM directives, and photo reports for zone teams and the Paris global team.
6. Travel to oversee and execute visual presentations at key image and retail events.
7. Partner with Regional VM Directors on planning store openings, renovations, and high-profile projects, ensuring thorough preparation and execution.
8. Act as an ambassador and role model for Regional and Store teams, demonstrating leadership and enthusiasm for visual merchandising.
9. Collaborate with the Vice President of VM on corporate presentations and updates for the executive team and key partners.
10. Provide coaching and guidance to visual team members to achieve consistent visual excellence.
11. Set visual expectations and manage performance against these standards.
12. Adhere to Louis Vuitton brand standards in grooming and behavior, following company policies and procedures.
13. Innovate by questioning existing processes and proposing improvements.
14. Plan and organize new VM strategies in collaboration with various departments.
15. Propose creative ideas for projects.
16. Embrace change and propose solutions to convert challenges into opportunities.

1. 8-10 years of experience in visual merchandising or a related field.
2. Degree in Architectural Design or a related background.
3. Experience with ready-to-wear (RTW) and accessories.
4. Experience with window installations.
5. Strong organizational skills with a deadline-oriented approach.
6. Detail-oriented and a team player.
7. Sophisticated communication skills for interaction with local teams and Paris counterparts.
8. Ability to align and organize teams ahead of launches.
9. Capability to identify impactful display opportunities for large-scale rollout.
10. Availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays.

1. Architectural design expertise
2. Visual merchandising proficiency
3. Strong communication skills
4. Leadership and team management
5. Project management
6. Innovative thinking
7. Adaptability and agility

Minimum 10 years of experience in visual merchandising or a related field.

Degree in Architectural Design or related field.

Salary range of USD $160,000-190,000.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discounts/perks, and two retirement plans with employer contributions.

Louis Vuitton fosters a culture of inclusivity and professional growth, emphasizing respect for individuality and a commitment to equality. The company provides a dynamic and supportive environment, encouraging employees to excel and innovate within the luxury fashion industry.