Christian Dior Senior Components Developer

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Research and identify new trim and accessory options, monitoring current market trends and innovations
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive trim library including material specifications, pricing, and supplier information
• Collaborate with designers to understand trim requirements and provide technical guidance on material selection and construction
• Work with product development teams to ensure trims meet performance and durability standards
• Source trims from approved suppliers, negotiating pricing and lead times to achieve project goals
• Manage trim samples and approvals, verifying all trims meet quality standards and consistency across production runs
• Troubleshoot trim-related issues arising during development or production phases
• Maintain accurate records of trim usage and costs
• Stay informed of relevant industry regulations and standards, including safety and environmental requirements
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and provide updates on trim development progress

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of trim development experience
• Experience working at a global trim supplier or fashion brand
• Strong technical knowledge of textile trims and hard trims
• Excellent understanding of zip componentry
• Proficiency with CENTRIC PLM and Microsoft Office suite
• Outstanding attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in trim development, ideally within a global trim supplier or luxury fashion brand. Demonstrated expertise in material selection, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced design and product development environment.

Education

Not specified

Workplace

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.

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