Louis Vuitton Business Development Manager – Watchmaking
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Jun 9, 2026
About Louis Vuitton
Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.
Louis Vuitton seeks a Business Development Manager – Watchmaking to drive commercial strategy and business growth in Paris. Lead analytics, pricing, and retail operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and execute commercial strategy and financial forecasts for the Watchmaking and High Watchmaking segments across short, medium, and long-term horizons
- Build and maintain comprehensive business intelligence tools and dashboards to support daily operations and strategic decision-making
- Monitor key performance indicators and produce regular and ad-hoc reporting for senior leadership
- Oversee retail network performance in close coordination with the Merchandising team
- Drive pricing strategy and currency management for the Watch category in alignment with the Business Unit and House policy
- Develop and champion sales enablement tools including brochures, visual merchandising collateral, digital catalogues, and training materials in partnership with support departments
- Foster engagement and knowledge-sharing within the Watchmaking community across geographic zones
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a commercial or business analytics context
- Demonstrated expertise in business analysis and data management
- Proven international experience and/or retail sector background
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong command of enterprise software including Anaplan, Power BI, data management platforms, SAP, or equivalent tools
- Exceptional data literacy, analytical rigour, and capacity to synthesize complex information
- Strong written and verbal communication with polished presentation capabilities
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in business development, commercial planning, or business analysis, with essential experience in data management and international or retail environments.
Education
Not specified; however, a bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, mathematics, or a related analytical discipline is typically expected for this seniority level.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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