Christian Dior Senior Purchase and Logistics Manager Europe

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

• Develop and implement procurement strategy for visual merchandising across Europe, establishing regional guidelines and frameworks
• Ensure regulatory compliance of local supplier portfolio and conduct social audit evaluations
• Manage vendor relationships including RFP development, contract negotiation, purchase order oversight, and payment processing
• Identify and source new suppliers through industry events, market prospecting, and cross-brand synergies
• Monitor purchase orders, manage aged payables, and establish compliant vendor management protocols aligned with Dior standards
• Track cost savings and efficiency initiatives in coordination with headquarters
• Optimize transport supplier panel through vendor selection, rate negotiation, and contract management
• Assess feasibility and implementation of local warehouse infrastructure for inventory storage and regional distribution
• Monitor commissions and props inventory reporting in collaboration with headquarters ADV coordinator, including warning escalation and priority management
• Manage proprietary stock across boutiques, supplier warehouses, and local distribution centers
• Establish CSR data collection processes with local suppliers for sustainability KPI reporting and Dream in Green initiative compliance
• Collaborate with the European Director of Sustainable Development on visual merchandising guidelines, recycling protocols, and product reuse initiatives

Qualifications

• Procurement and supply chain specialization
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and standard office productivity software
• Fluent English
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Demonstrated rigor and attention to detail
• Experience in luxury goods (preferred but not required)

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in procurement, supply chain, or sourcing roles. Experience in the luxury sector is valued but not mandatory.

Education

Educational background with a focus on procurement, supply chain management, or business administration desired.

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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