Christian Dior Merchandising Manager, Women's Ready-to-Wear & Shoes

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Sep 10, 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.

Merchandising Manager, Women's RTW & Shoes at Christian Dior Couture, Seoul. Lead strategy and buying plans for ready-to-wear and footwear across Asia Pacific.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive merchandising strategies for the market and define product mix for ready-to-wear and shoes categories
  • Build seasonal buying strategy and product assortment plans to achieve targeted sales projections and sell-through objectives
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to make key decisions on open-to-buy budget and deliver strategic decisions aligned with brand guidelines
  • Consolidate constructive feedback on product and collection performance across categories
  • Collaborate with supply chain team to create allocation plans, ensure optimal stock flow, and maximize sales opportunities across seasons
  • Create and analyze regular reports to propose appropriate actions and commercial insights across categories
  • Work closely with retail teams to deliver clear product strategies and maximize sales and sell-through performance in line with global guidelines
  • Coordinate with visual merchandising team on product launches, new store openings, events, and monthly floor-set execution
  • Partner with training teams to deliver product insights for clienteling and sales excellence
  • Analyze sales data regularly to comprehend and optimize commercial results
  • Monitor competitor activities and track regional fashion trends to maintain the brand's leadership position in the luxury market

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of merchandising experience in fashion and luxury brands
  • Excellent analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in data-driven decision making
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • In-depth understanding of local fashion market dynamics and commercial acumen
  • Fluent in both oral and written English
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities

Skills

Merchandising strategy and planning Financial planning and budget management Open-to-buy (OTB) management Sales forecasting and sell-through analysis Inventory allocation and stock flow optimization Microsoft Excel Data analysis and reporting Cross-functional collaboration Market analysis and competitive intelligence Fashion trend forecasting

Experience

Minimum 10 years of merchandising experience in fashion and luxury brands, with proven success in managing ready-to-wear and footwear categories, developing seasonal strategies, and driving commercial results in dynamic market environments.

Education

No specific educational qualification stated; equivalent professional experience in luxury fashion merchandising is valued.

Workplace

This position is based in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea.

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.

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Christian Dior

Christian Dior Merchandising Manager, Women's Ready-to-Wear & Shoes

Seoul, South Korea

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