Christian Dior Retail Merchandiser, Textiles and Millinery
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 16, 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 seeks Retail Merchandiser for Textiles & Millinery in Paris. Drive category growth through strategic merchandising and analytics in hybrid role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Produce and optimize performance analyses for weekly leadership reviews, including global results by zone, product typology, and collection
- Partner with geographic zones to cascade merchandising strategy and consolidate qualitative feedback on performance, opportunities, and competitive dynamics
- Identify corrective actions, propose tactical replenishment, and monitor the performance of permanent inventory in coordination with supply chain teams
- Contribute to sales forecasting and manage forecast accuracy by product line and typology alongside the Sales Planning team
- Prepare showroom documentation, conduct collection analyses, and review buying plans for each of the four annual buying sessions
- Support the development of Buying Strategy presentations to global zones and participate in assortment reviews
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Supply Chain, E-Commerce, and Zone teams on category initiatives
- Partner with Visual Merchandising on product launches and ad-hoc promotional pushes
- Participate in bi-annual inventory clearance arbitrations and annual repricing reviews
- Contribute product briefs to the Design Studio with quantitative data and market opportunities
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Bac+5) in business administration or engineering
- 2–4 years of merchandising experience in a central or zone role within the luxury sector
- Product sensitivity and demonstrated mastery of the luxury and fashion markets
- Knowledge of textile accessories and ready-to-wear
- Strong analytical mindset with exceptional numeracy and data discipline
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint); Power BI is advantageous
- Fluent French and English (written and spoken)
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of merchandising experience in a central or geographic zone within the luxury sector, with particular strength in accessory categories.
Education
Bachelor's degree (Bac+5) in business administration, commerce, or engineering.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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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