Louis Vuitton Retail Development Manager

Employment
Contract
Seniority
Entry-Level
Posted
Aug 10, 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.

Join Louis Vuitton's HORIZONS Graduate Program in Vienna. 18–24 month retail leadership development program for ambitious professionals.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Rotate through client experience and retail excellence operations across multiple store locations to develop expertise in luxury retail service standards
  • Gain exposure to head office functions and cross-functional retail operations to understand strategic retail planning and execution
  • Participate in team management and leadership assignments to build hands-on experience in staff supervision and people development
  • Develop clienteling and customer relationship management practices in alignment with Louis Vuitton's service philosophy
  • Contribute to merchandising, visual display, and in-store experience initiatives under senior mentorship
  • Engage in collaborative projects with cross-functional teams to strengthen networking and organizational awareness

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum 3 years of work experience in a service-oriented environment
  • Fluency in German and English
  • Valid work authorization in Austria
  • Availability to commence in October or November 2026

Skills

Client relationship management Retail operations knowledge Team collaboration and cross-functional communication Leadership and people development Luxury brand expertise Problem-solving and adaptability

Experience

Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a service-oriented environment, with demonstrated exposure to customer-facing roles or retail operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification required.

Workplace

This position is based in Vienna, Vienna, Austria.

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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Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton Retail Development Manager

Vienna, Austria

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