Chanel Visual Merchandiser
Chanel is hiring a Visual Merchandiser in Paris for the 19 Rue Cambon boutique (CDD). Lead window and in-store displays for the Maison.
Overview
Chanel is an independent, Paris-based maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories, fragrance and beauty. The brand is distinguished by its exacting standards of craftsmanship, refined aesthetic and commitment to creativity; as an employer it prioritizes discretion, artisanal excellence and a collaborative environment between creative and retail teams.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conceive, develop and implement visual merchandising concepts and window displays for the 19 Rue Cambon flagship in line with Chanel brand guidelines and seasonal campaign briefs.
- Plan and execute in-store set-ups, mannequins, props and point-of-sale installations to maximise product storytelling and commercial impact.
- Coordinate installation schedules, manage on-site set-up and supervise third-party installers, artisans and suppliers to ensure flawless execution.
- Translate global creative directives into locally adapted floor plans and planograms, maintaining consistency across the boutique.
- Collaborate closely with store management, sales teams and corporate Creative/VM departments to align visual direction with commercial priorities.
- Maintain the boutique’s day-to-day presentation standards, including product rotation, styling refreshes and upkeep of display elements.
- Manage inventory of display assets and props, oversee sourcing, fabrication and budget tracking for VM projects.
- Provide VM training and guidance to boutique staff to ensure adherence to presentation standards and visual routines.
Qualifications
- Proven professional experience in visual merchandising within luxury fashion or premium retail (typically 2–5 years).
- A refined aesthetic sensibility with a strong portfolio of executed retail displays and window installations.
- Demonstrable ability to translate creative briefs into technically sound, shop-floor solutions.
- Excellent organisational skills with experience managing schedules, budgets and external suppliers.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to collaborate with store teams and headquarters creatives.
- Physical ability to supervise and participate in installations (lifting, heights, extended on-foot periods).
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2–5 years of hands-on visual merchandising experience in luxury retail, with proven execution of flagship or boutique-level window and in-store displays.
Education
Degree or diploma in Visual Merchandising, Fashion, Interior Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France. 3.370 luxury roles are listed in Paris on Cerulean, 66 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Île-de-France region, Cerulean lists 3.792 open positions — 85 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 4.365 open roles in France, including 95 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
Chanel’s workplace values craftsmanship, refined aesthetics and creative rigor. Teams operate with a high degree of professionalism and discretion, combining tradition with contemporary innovation while fostering collaboration between creative headquarters and retail boutiques.
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