Christian Dior Senior Product Manager, Knitwear Development
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 8, 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 seeks Senior Product Manager, Knitwear Development in Paris, France. CDI, full-time.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor collection development in adherence to timelines, model quality standards, and budget parameters
- Serve as primary interface with manufacturers, yarn suppliers, design studio, marketing department, and production teams
- Research, develop, and procure specialty yarns and materials for the collection
- Prepare for and participate in fittings with the design studio, documenting technical notes and adjustments
- Codify and manage Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) data updates at all development stages
- Retrieve and analyze costing information (PRI) from manufacturing partners
- Oversee collection budget management and financial forecasting
- Collaborate with production services on model standardization protocols for handoff to manufacturing
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in knitwear product development
- Bachelor's degree or higher (Bac +4/5) from a fashion school or business school
- Fluent English (essential); Italian language is advantageous
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of PLM systems is preferred
- Strong technical product knowledge and textile expertise
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in knitwear or knit-based product development, with demonstrated expertise in sportswear or ready-to-wear categories. Proven track record of managing complex supply chains, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders, and delivering seasonal collections on schedule.
Education
Bachelor's degree or higher qualification (Bac +4/5) from an accredited fashion school, business school, or equivalent institution specializing in product development, design, or supply chain management.
Workplace
The role is situated 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
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