- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Christian Dior Couture is seeking a Children’s and Baby Collection Buyer and Developer for a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, based at its RCD-Baby Dior workshops in Brittany. Reporting to the Collection Development Manager, the role works closely with the prototyping workshop and a four-person team to develop and source part of the collection, coordinate orders and launches, and liaise with teams in Redon and Paris.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop imagery, supplies and accessories.
- Manage purchasing for part of the collection, including supplier, fabric and supply referencing and bill of materials creation.
- Send orders, monitor delivery timelines and check conformity upon receipt.
- Launch collections and press orders with subcontractors.
- Track developments and launches with manufacturers.
- Communicate regularly with the Redon and Paris teams.
Qualifications
- A textile engineering degree or equivalent.
- At least 5 years of experience.
- Strong product sensibility and a quality-focused approach in the premium or luxury sector.
- Curiosity and autonomy.
- Methodical and versatile execution of tasks.
- Anticipation, organizational and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Professional fluency in written and spoken English.
- Word and Excel proficiency is essential; knowledge of Illustrator, PLM and M3 is an advantage.
- Ideally, previous experience in textiles and/or luxury, with significant experience in a similar position.
Skills
Experience
At least 5 years; ideally significant experience in a similar role in textiles and/or luxury.
Education
Textile engineering degree or equivalent.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Redon, Brittany, France.
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Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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