Louis Vuitton Regional Merchandising Director
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Compensation
- $160,000–190,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 22, 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.
Regional Merchandising Director at Louis Vuitton in Chicago. Lead luxury merchandising strategy for Midwest and Mid-Atlantic region. USD $160K–$190K annually.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead in-store product launches and initiatives, ensuring consistent execution across all regional locations through regular store visits and team training
- Set category-level targets in coordination with Regional Vice President and store teams, developing and implementing strategies to drive performance against objectives
- Analyze regional and store-level sales data by category, identifying underperforming areas and proactively developing action plans to address performance gaps
- Manage the calendar of product initiatives and launches, communicating timelines and requirements to regional stakeholders sufficiently in advance for proper execution
- Serve as subject matter expert on luxury market trends and competitive landscape, providing market intelligence and client feedback to corporate merchandising team
- Conduct store visits with corporate and Paris partners, reviewing business performance, visual merchandising, stock levels, training, and clienteling capabilities
- Bubble up recurring themes, issues, and market opportunities to corporate merchandising, driving continuous improvement in store support and streamlined operations
- Deliver financial results reporting and qualitative feedback during and after product initiatives conclude
- Engage in showroom activities and buying sessions, providing timely client and store feedback to corporate merchandising
- Participate in Retail Summits, partnering on content and animation while driving implementation of insights and learnings across stores
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in luxury merchandising, retail management, or product strategy
- Demonstrable expertise in luxury product knowledge and competitive landscape analysis
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including advanced functions, formulas, macros, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint including animations, advanced formatting, and design
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
- Experience managing complex initiatives across multiple store locations and regional teams
- Proven self-starter mentality with ability to take ownership and demonstrate accountability
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of experience in luxury merchandising, retail management, product strategy, or related commercial roles within high-end fashion or luxury goods. Demonstrated success in managing regional product initiatives, analyzing sales performance, and driving business results across multiple locations.
Education
Bachelor's degree in business, merchandising, marketing, fashion, or related discipline preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 160,000 to USD 190,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability insurance; various paid time off programs; employee discount and perks; two retirement plans with employer contributions; performance bonus opportunity; comprehensive professional training in luxury retail environment.
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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