Christian Dior Visual Merchandising Manager, Northern Europe
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 17, 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.
Visual Merchandising Manager for Christian Dior Couture in London. Lead Northern Europe VM strategy across luxury boutiques and concessions. Full-time, permanent role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage and lead the Northern Europe Visual Merchandising team while maintaining consistent standards across all retail points of sale
- Execute and implement visual directives from Paris headquarters across Northern Europe boutiques and department store concessions
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with boutique and concession management teams to align visual merchandising with business strategy and sales objectives
- Oversee Northern Europe Visual Merchandising budgets in coordination with the Head of Finance
- Source and manage suppliers for visual merchandising implementation and production in alignment with Paris guidelines and budget constraints
- Organize and deliver comprehensive Visual Merchandising training programs for ambassadors across boutiques and concessions
- Plan, execute, and manage seasonal window scheme changeovers across the region
- Commission and oversee the manufacture of visual merchandising tools as required
- Maintain current database of visual merchandising tools to track location and storage status
- Plan seasonal window décor for all product categories in liaison with the Paris-based Design team and local suppliers
- Oversee all visual merchandising implementation for UK events and special initiatives
- Report weekly to Paris headquarters on all visual merchandising activities and performance metrics
- Guide and mentor Visual Merchandising Ambassadors in executing visual standards, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing to maintain Dior's excellence
Qualifications
- Minimum 5–10 years of professional Visual Merchandising experience within a multi-category luxury fashion house
- Proven track record leading and managing experienced visual merchandising teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage visual merchandising productions and financial budgets
- Strong knowledge of fashion trends, window décor design, and building techniques and materials
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign systems preferred
- Back office management experience required
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5–10 years of progressive Visual Merchandising experience within luxury fashion, with demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex multi-store visual campaigns across geographically dispersed locations. Experience managing Visual Merchandising budgets, sourcing suppliers, and coordinating seasonal campaigns required. Back office management experience and proficiency with design software essential.
Education
Not specified; formal qualification in fashion merchandising or related field would be advantageous.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in London, England, UK.
Benefits
Private health care coverage, pension scheme, long-term career development structure, global mobility program with worldwide opportunities.
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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