Christian Dior Department Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior Couture is an iconic Parisian haute couture and luxury ready-to-wear house, renowned for its craftsmanship, refined aesthetics and global boutiques. The maison is part of the LVMH group and operates at the intersection of artisanal savoir-faire and modern luxury retail, offering employees an international, brand-driven environment focused on excellence and client service.
Christian Dior Couture seeks a Department Manager in Milan (Montenapoleone) to lead the boutique department, drive sales and coach the team.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and coach the department team alongside the Store Manager to develop talent, evaluate performance and cultivate a high-performing sales culture.
- Drive sales and category performance through briefing, goal setting, KPI tracking and proactive client management of local and international customers.
- Manage a curated client portfolio and personally cultivate long-term relationships with VIP and key clients, acting as a Dior ambassador.
- Coordinate product category performance with the Retail Merchandiser and implement action plans to optimize sales and stock turnover.
- Oversee purchasing, restocking and stock organization (including inventory) for assigned categories to maximize availability and margin.
- Ensure strict compliance with company policies, operational procedures and service standards; train and supervise staff in correct execution of processes.
Qualifications
- Minimum five years of progressive experience in luxury retail, including supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing KPIs for a product category within a high-end fashion environment.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and coach sales teams, with strong leadership and people-development skills.
- Deep knowledge of luxury fashion product categories, market trends and client expectations; ability to translate this into commercial actions.
- Fluent English; additional language skills and knowledge of the local market (Italian) are advantageous.
Skills
Experience
Minimum five years of progressive retail experience in luxury fashion, including supervisory or managerial responsibilities and demonstrable success in meeting sales targets and managing a client portfolio.
Education
High school diploma required; tertiary qualification in business, fashion, luxury retail or a related field preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Culture
Christian Dior Couture fosters a culture of meticulous craftsmanship, elevated client service and aesthetic excellence. The workplace is international and performance-driven, valuing mentorship, professional development and rigorous attention to brand standards.
About Cerulean
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